Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy A37

Our Verdict: If you are comparing the headline specs, Galaxy A37 stands out for the larger 6.7" screen and the larger 5,000 mAh battery. iPhone 15 has its own advantages, particularly the sharper 461 PPI display and storage options up to 512GB. Choose Galaxy A37 for a bigger screen, but keep iPhone 15 on the list if display sharpness carries more weight.

The A37 is the cheaper one to own: around £372 over a typical contract, £149 less than the iPhone 15 5G.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
461 385
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery
3,349 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
171 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£139.00 upfront) £14.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£322.00 £299.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 461 385
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery 3,349 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 171 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
£14.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £322.00 £299.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 15

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £139 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy A37
Samsung Galaxy A37

24 Months

128GB

Awesome Charcoal

10GB

Data

£14.29 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper on contract at £371.96 over the life of the deal from £14.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?

The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 25g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?

The Apple iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.