On the outside the A36 and A37 are twins: the same 162.9 × 78.2 × 7.4 mm, the same display, the same battery. The main change is the chip. And in my opinion it's not as clear-cut as it seems.
Short answer
Galaxy A36 - if you find it cheaper: the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is cool and efficient, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4. Galaxy A37 - the newer model with the Exynos 1480 and longer update support.
Key differences
| Spec | Galaxy A37 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Exynos 1480 | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
The same: 6.7" FHD+ Super AMOLED 120 Hz; 8/256 GB; 5000 mAh; 45 W; 50 + 8 + 5 MP cameras; 12 MP front camera; 4K video; stereo speakers; Wi-Fi 6; two SIMs + eSIM.
Chip
The Exynos 1480 has AMD RDNA 2 graphics, 4K60 video and a stronger NPU. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is more efficient and runs cooler. So the A37 is a bit better for AI features, the A36 for battery life.
Everything else
Display, cameras, battery - identical. So the choice comes down almost entirely to price.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Best price - a discounted Galaxy A36.
- Longer update support - Galaxy A37.
- You have an A36 - not worth upgrading.
FAQ
Are the cameras different?
No, 50 + 8 + 5 MP on both.
Which chip does the Galaxy A36 use?
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Is the battery the same?
Yes, 5000 mAh.