Samsung Galaxy A37 5G: A solid model update with a few minor weaknesses

With the Galaxy A37 5G, Samsung delivers a well-balanced mid-range smartphone that builds on the strengths of its predecessor. The design remains virtually unchanged, but stands out with high-quality build, Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back, and a new IP68 certification. The plastic frame is hardly noticeable in everyday use; only the glossy back is highly prone to fingerprints.

Under the hood is the Exynos 1480, which clearly outperforms its predecessor’s Snapdragon in system performance and also makes significantly better use of the UFS 3.1 storage. This ensures a smooth user experience for everyday tasks, but the SoC reaches its limits with demanding games. Less impressive is the base configuration with just 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, especially since Samsung still doesn’t include a microSD slot.

The triple-camera system has undergone only a subtle redesign. Larger pixels improve image quality in low light, but overall, photos remain somewhat soft and tend to be overexposed in daylight. The front camera stands out as a positive feature, supporting UHD video. The Super AMOLED display impresses with vibrant colors and high brightness in everyday use, but achieves lower HDR peak values than its predecessor and continues to rely on low-frequency PWM dimming.

The connectivity features are very well-executed, with 5G, Wi-Fi 6, dual-SIM (including eSIM), and excellent voice quality. Despite its comparatively small 5,000-mAh battery, the Galaxy A37 delivers long battery life and charges fully in less than 70 minutes at up to 45 watts.

The bottom line is that the Galaxy A37 5G (buy it here on Amazon) isn’t a major generational leap, but rather a successful model refresh. At its original list price, it didn’t stand out enough from the competition, but at its now significantly lower street price, the smartphone impresses with its well-rounded overall package and long-term update support.