Motorola Razr Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A37

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy A37 and Motorola Razr Fold are aimed at different priorities, with a lower current starting price, about £347 versus £1509 on one side and a larger 8.1-inch display on the other. Samsung Galaxy A37 is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £1162; the screen sizes are 8.1 inches for Motorola Razr Fold and 6.7 inches for Samsung Galaxy A37. Go for the Samsung Galaxy A37 if keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower, but pick the Motorola Razr Fold when its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

The A37 is the cheaper one to own: around £397 over a typical contract, £1144 less than the Razr Fold.

Expert Rating
4.2
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
8.1" 6.7"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
2232 x 2484 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
412 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery
6,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 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
6.0 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
160.1 x 144.5 x 4.7 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
243 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£44.99/mo (£439.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£15.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1509.00 £329.00

Prices updated 16 July 2026

Motorola Razr Fold Motorola Razr Fold Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37
Expert Rating 4.2
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 8.1" 6.7"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 2232 x 2484 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 412 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery 6,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 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 6.0 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 160.1 x 144.5 x 4.7 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 243 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £44.99/mo
£439.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£15.00 upfront
SIM-free £1509.00 £329.00
Prices updated 16 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper on contract at £397.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £15.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger screen at 8.1" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A37's 6.7", the Motorola Razr Fold has the sharper display at 412 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Razr Fold uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Motorola Razr Fold features a 50 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 Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £329.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Motorola Razr Fold is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?

The Motorola Razr Fold is powered by the Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is the more portable of the two: it's 47g lighter at 196 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm, the Motorola Razr Fold is slimmer at 4.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Motorola Razr Fold is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?

The Motorola Razr Fold runs Android 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.