Samsung Galaxy A37 5G and A57 5G now in the Philippines, priced

Samsung has officially introduced the Samsung Galaxy A37 5G and A57 5G in the Philippines, expanding its midrange lineup with upgrades in design, camera, performance, and connectivity. Both devices follow a more refined look with a slimmer profile and a redesigned rear camera layout, while also adding new AI-driven camera and editing features aimed at everyday users.

Why it Matters: The Galaxy A series continues to be a key segment for Samsung in the Philippines, especially as more users look for balanced devices that offer good cameras, long battery life, and reliable performance without reaching flagship-level pricing.

Both devices introduce what Samsung calls an Ambient Island design, which gives the rear camera module a cleaner and more minimal look. The Galaxy A57 5G stands out with a thinner 6.9mm body, while the Galaxy A37 5G measures 7.4mm.

Build quality has also been improved, with Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection on the front and back of both devices. Both models come with IP68 dust and water resistance.

On the camera side, both phones feature a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization. The Galaxy A57 5G includes a 12MP ultra-wide camera and a 5MP macro lens, while the Galaxy A37 5G uses an 8MP ultra-wide and a 5MP macro.

Both devices also have a 12MP front camera with HDR video support. Samsung is highlighting improvements in low-light photography through enhanced image processing, along with faster shot-to-shot capture using multi-frame technology. The A57 also introduces smoother zoom transitions between lenses. AI-powered tools such as Best Face and editing suggestions are included to help users improve photos directly on the device.

Performance differs between the two models. The Galaxy A57 5G runs on the Exynos 1680 processor, while the Galaxy A37 5G uses the Exynos 1480.

For connectivity, the Galaxy A57 5G supports Wi-Fi 6E, which uses the less congested 6GHz band for more stable connections in crowded environments. The Galaxy A37 5G, on the other hand, supports Wi-Fi 6. Both devices come with 5G support and are powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging.

The displays on both models are similar, featuring a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. Brightness reaches up to 1,200 nits in high brightness mode and up to 1,900 nits peak brightness, which should help with outdoor visibility.

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G specifications

• Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz, up to 1900 nits peak brightness
• Processor: Exynos 1680
• RAM: 8GB / 12GB
• Storage: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
• Rear Cameras: 50MP main (OIS), 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro
• Selfie Camera: 12MP (HDR video)
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0
• Other Features: IP68, Gorilla Glass Victus+, AI camera features, vapor chamber cooling
• OS: OneUI 8.5 (Android 16)
• Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5000mAh, 45W fast charging
• Colors: Awesome Gray, Awesome Navy, Awesome Icyblue, Awesome Lilac

Samsung Galaxy A37 5G specifications

• Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz, up to 1900 nits peak brightness
• Processor: Exynos 1480
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 128GB / 256GB
• Rear Cameras: 50MP main (OIS), 8MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro
• Selfie Camera: 12MP (HDR video)
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth (version not specified)
• Other Features: IP68, Gorilla Glass Victus+, AI camera features, vapor chamber cooling
• OS: OneUI 8.5 (Android 16)
• Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5000mAh, 45W fast charging
• Colors: Awesome Charcoal, Awesome Graygreen, Awesome White, Awesome Lavender

Price, Pre-orders in the Philippines

Samsung positions the Galaxy A37 5G and A57 5G as upgrades over their previous generation, focusing on camera improvements, slimmer design, and better everyday performance. Here are their prices in the Philippines:

Samsung is also bundling several launch offers, including a PHP 1,500 discount on 256GB variants, a free case starting April 1, a free travel adapter, and a 2-year warranty, along with discounts on selected Samsung accessories.

With these prices and features, which one do you think makes more sense for your daily use?