HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The A37 is the cheaper one to own: around £372 over a typical contract, £489 less than the Magic 8 Pro.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A37
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano 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 | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£14.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £997.00 | £299.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro 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 HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A37?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 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 HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A37?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A37?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A37 is lighter but the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is more compact. It's 23g lighter at 196 grams, though the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 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 HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?
Both phones run Android 16.