Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy A50

Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the Samsung Galaxy A37 versus 403 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy A50. Camera resolution goes to the Samsung Galaxy A37 with its 50MP rear shooter. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A37 and its 12MP front camera. If weight matters, the Samsung Galaxy A50 is easier to pocket at 166g.

Screen
6.7" 6.4"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
385 403
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1480 (4 nm) Exynos 9610
Storage
128GB, 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android 16 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
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 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm
Weight
196 grams 166 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£395.99 £109.99
Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A50 Samsung Galaxy A50
Screen 6.7" 6.4"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 385 403
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1480 (4 nm) Exynos 9610
Storage 128GB, 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android 16 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
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 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm
Weight 196 grams 166 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £14.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £395.99 £109.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A50's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy A50 has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 has a 25 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 A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A50 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is powered by the Exynos 1480 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A50 uses the Exynos 9610.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A50 is the more portable of the two — it's 30g lighter at 166 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A50 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A50 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy A50 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.