Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The A37 is the cheaper one to own: around £404 over a typical contract, £433 less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
11 reviews 3.8
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy A37
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.9" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,685 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 227 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£31.75/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£15.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £649.99 | £347.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper on contract at £404.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £15.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A37's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £347.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A37 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is more compact. It's 31g lighter at 196 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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.