Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy A37

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A37 at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy A13 is crisper at 400 PPI. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a 12MP front camera. Spill a drink? The Samsung Galaxy A37 can handle it with IP68 protection — the Samsung Galaxy A13 can't say the same. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy A13 starts at £86.99 SIM-free.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 850 Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 12 Android 16
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.0 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
195 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£86.99 £395.99
Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 850 Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.0 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 195 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £86.99 £395.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A13's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A13 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 uses a TFT panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 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 Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £86.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is powered by the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (195 grams vs 196 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is rated Not rated, 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 Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 runs Android 12 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.