Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads
by 14 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 16 Pro leads overall versus Galaxy A37. Performance: 86.5 vs 47.3.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy A37
Best for users who prioritize software.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceHDR Support
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 6.3" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 1206 x 2622Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 2000 nitsBetter | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 458 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | YesBetter | No |
Display Protection Different | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 8GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Different | 4.05GHz | 2.75GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x4.05GHz + 4x2.42GHz | 4x2.75GHz + 4x2.0GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 1871052 | 912055 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 3500Better | 1150 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 8283Better | 3345 |
Storage Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 1024GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)Better | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Xclipse 530 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Aperture
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy A37 leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 48MP + 48MP + 12MPBetter | 50MP + 8MP + 5MP |
Rear Sensor Size Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 5xBetter | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Different | 25x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec.Better | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | Sony IMX714 | 12MP 1/3.2" front camera |
Front Aperture Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 |
iPhone 16 Pro is the better choice overall. Key differences: iPhone 16 Pro scores higher for camera (82.8 vs 70.9). Galaxy A37 has a larger 6.7" display. However, Galaxy A37 has a larger display.
iPhone 16 Pro scores higher overall than Galaxy A37 once each category is weighted. Chipset: Apple A18 Pro (3 nm) vs Exynos 1480 (4 nm) That makes iPhone 16 Pro the safer all-round pick, though Galaxy A37 may lead in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 16 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who prioritize software. Galaxy A37 offers strong performance in these areas.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A37 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000 | ≈ Rs 78,120 |
| PTA | Rs 300,000 | Rs 133,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A37 advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), HDR Support (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Battery life depends on usage. Check capacity, charging speed, and efficiency.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000; PTA Rs 300,000. 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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