Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Samsung Galaxy A55

Our verdict: With a 6.7" display, the Samsung Galaxy A37 gives you more viewing area. Up front, the Samsung Galaxy A55 wins with a 32MP selfie camera. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy A37 wins at 196g. Water protection goes to the Samsung Galaxy A37 with its superior IP68 rating.

Expert Rating
3.7
4 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
385 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1480 (4 nm) Exynos 1480
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 16 Android 14
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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight
196 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£397.00 £199.99
Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A55 Samsung Galaxy A55
Expert Rating 3.7
4 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 385 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1480 (4 nm) Exynos 1480
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight 196 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £397.00 £199.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A55?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A55's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A55?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A55 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 A37 or Samsung Galaxy A55?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £199.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A55?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A55 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A55 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is powered by the Exynos 1480 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A55 uses the Exynos 1480.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A55?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A37 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A55 is more compact. It's 17g lighter at 196 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A55 is actually the more compact phone at 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A37 or Samsung Galaxy A55?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A55 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Samsung Galaxy A55 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy A55 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.