Motorola Moto G 37 vs Samsung Galaxy A27

Our Verdict: Look first at the hardware and Samsung Galaxy A27 stands out for the sharper 385ppi display and storage up to 256GB. For buying upfront, Motorola Moto G 37 is listed at £209 next to Samsung Galaxy A27's £317. Samsung Galaxy A27 is the feature-first choice, but Motorola Moto G 37 is easier to justify if price is the deciding factor.

The A27 is the cheaper one to own: around £353 over a typical contract, £26 less than the Moto G 37.

Screen
6.67" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1604 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
264 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions
166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight
191 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£199.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£209.00 £229.00

Prices updated 28 July 2026

Motorola Moto G 37 Motorola Moto G 37 Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
Screen 6.67" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1604 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 264 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions 166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight 191 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £10.00/mo
£199.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £209.00 £229.00
Prices updated 28 July 2026
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Motorola Moto G 37
Motorola Moto G 37

18 Months

128GB

PANTONE Impenetrable

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£10 per month, £199 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A27
Samsung Galaxy A27

24 Months

128GB

Black

30GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£12.99 per month, £19 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper on contract at £353.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A27 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 264, and the Motorola Moto G 37 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A27 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Motorola Moto G 37 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £209.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 191 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?

Both phones run Android.