Samsung has expanded its mid-range lineup with the official debut of the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37, two phones that look nearly identical on paper but diverge in key areas. Both devices target the upper mid-range segment, offering large AMOLED displays, 5,000 mAh batteries, and IP68 water resistance.
The similarities are deliberate. Samsung is maintaining a consistent design language across the A-series while using internal hardware and feature segmentation to justify the price gap.
Performance and hardware differences
The Galaxy A57 is powered by the newer Exynos 1680 chip built on a 4nm process, paired with the Xclipse 550 GPU. The A37, meanwhile, runs on the Exynos 1480 with the slightly older Xclipse 530 GPU.
On paper, that should translate to improved graphics performance and better sustained workloads on the A57. The RAM configuration also starts higher at 8GB, while the A37 begins at 6GB. Storage tops out at 512GB on the A57, compared to 256GB on the A37.
That difference matters for longevity. Heavier apps and multitasking will favor the A57 over time.
Display and connectivity
Both phones feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, but only the A57 supports HDR10+. That adds better contrast and dynamic range when streaming compatible content.
Connectivity is another quiet upgrade. The A57 supports Wi-Fi 6e and Bluetooth 6.0, while the A37 sticks to Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4. For most users, this won’t be immediately noticeable, but it positions the A57 as the more future-ready option.
Camera and build
The rear camera setup is largely similar across both models. Each includes a 50MP main sensor with OIS and a 5MP macro lens. The difference lies in the ultrawide camera—12MP on the A57 versus 8MP on the A37.
That should result in sharper wide-angle shots on the higher-end model, especially in daylight.
Build quality is another separator. The A57 uses an aluminum frame, while the A37 uses a plastic frame. Both retain Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back, along with IP68 water and dust resistance.
Samsung also rates the A57 higher for durability, with a Class A free-fall rating (270 drops) compared to the A37’s Class B (180 drops).
Battery and pricing
Battery capacity is identical at 5,000 mAh, and both devices support 45W wired charging. There’s no differentiation here, suggesting similar endurance in real-world use.
Pricing creates the clearest divide. The Galaxy A57 starts at around €530, while the A37 is expected to begin at around €430.
That €100 gap reflects the chipset upgrade, improved materials, better ultrawide camera, and newer connectivity standards.
The decision between the two may come down to how long buyers plan to keep the device. The A37 covers the essentials, but the A57 leans into headroom—both in performance and hardware features—raising the question of whether that extra upfront cost offsets a longer upgrade cycle.
Availability
Availability is set for April 10, with Samsung planning a phased rollout across select markets. The company has not yet detailed the full list of regions, but broader availability is expected to follow in the weeks after the initial release window.
