Samsung Galaxy A37 leads
by 2 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Apple iPhone 12 and Samsung Galaxy A37 are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 12 leads in performance and build. Samsung Galaxy A37 leads in camera and display.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 12
Best for users who prioritize performance and build.
Samsung Galaxy A37
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceHDR Support
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differencePanel Type
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 6.1" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Apple iPhone 12 leads | 1170 x 2532Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 1200 nits | 1900 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 12 leads | 457 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Apple iPhone 12 leads | YesBetter | No |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | Ceramic Shield glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 4GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Different | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Different | 3.1GHz | 2.75GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x3.1GHz + 4x1.8GHz | 4x2.75GHz + 4x2.0GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 568674 | 912055 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 12 leads | 2050Better | 1150 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 12 leads | 4900Better | 3345 |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 12 leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Apple iPhone 12 leads | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)Better | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Xclipse 530 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 12MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 12MP + 12MP | 50MP + 8MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 1/3.6 | 1/1.56Better |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 12 leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Close match | None (no telephoto) | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Different | 5x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Apple iPhone 12 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound rec.Better | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | 12MP TrueDepth camera | 12MP 1/3.2" front camera |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 12 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 10-bit HDR |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 12 and Galaxy A37 are closely matched. Chipset: Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) vs Exynos 1480 (4 nm) Battery Life (Estimated): 9 hours vs 5.8 hours The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and build. iPhone 12 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Galaxy A37 offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 52,903 | ≈ Rs 78,120 |
| PTA | -- | Rs 133,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 12 and Samsung Galaxy A37 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 12 leads in Performance, Build, Software. Samsung Galaxy A37 leads in Camera, Display, Battery.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A37 advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 12 advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy A37 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy A37 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 12 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy A37 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy A37 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 12: non-PTA approximately Rs 52,903; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy A37: non-PTA approximately Rs 78,120; PTA Rs 133,999. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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