
Samsung's new budget king
The Samsung Galaxy A57 sits at the top of the A series right now, boasting of a slimmer design, more powerful SoC, improved AI features, and an IP68 rating. It's also $50 more expensive than its predecessor though.
Pros
- Slimmer and lighter than the A37
- Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and IP68 waterproofing
- Fast wired charging speeds (up to 45W)
- Triple-camera setup for versatility
- Faster SoC and base 8GB of RAM
- Six generations of Android OS upgrades
Cons
- Still no telephoto camera
- No wireless charging support
- No change in battery capacity
A minor upgrade over Galaxy A36
The Galaxy A37 looks like a decent enough budget pick on paper but not a lot as changed compared to the A36, it costs $50 more, and still features a plastic chassis. The six Android OS upgrade commitment continues though and it's now IP68 rated.
Pros
- Large and bright AMOLED display
- Up to six Android OS upgrades promised
- Same battery size and fast charging as A57
- IP68 dust and water protection
- Costs $100 less than the A57
Cons
- Only a minor refresh compared to the A36
- Plastic frame
- Weaker SoC and ultrawide camera vs. A57
- 6GB RAM in the base model