Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the A42 5G is the cheaper buy at £115 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy A37
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Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 399 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Standard 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm | 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 196 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | Not rated |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£15.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £397.00 | £114.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has the sharper display at 399 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a 48 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 A37 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is powered by the Exynos 1480 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 6g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G run?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G runs Android 10. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.