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Samsung Galaxy A37 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026
Samsung256 GB

Galaxy A37 5G

6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 120 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)

256 GB · Awesome Charcoal · UK SM-A376BZAGEUBFull product profile
Samsung Galaxy A37 5G in Awesome Charcoal, official product viewAwesome Charcoal
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the Galaxy S26 Ultra if…

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See the 16 verified differences
Samsung256 GB

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Native 5x zoom. Built-in S Pen.

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Cobalt Violet · UK SM-S948BZVDEUBFull product profile
Galaxy S26 Ultra in Cobalt Violet, front and rear with S PenCobalt Violet
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density. Missing evidence is not a difference.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset / published CPU

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

Galaxy A37 5GOcta-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)

Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.

Galaxy S26 UltraQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy

UK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.

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Galaxy S26 Ultra

0.2″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

Galaxy A37 5G
6.7″
Galaxy S26 Ultra
6.9″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

Galaxy A37 5G
Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra
5×

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

16 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

Chipset / published CPU

In Visual facts
Galaxy A37 5GOcta-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)
Galaxy S26 UltraQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

UK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

Claimed video playback

In Visual facts
Galaxy A37 5G29 hours
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Camera system

Galaxy A37 5GRear: 50 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fps
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Video recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display specification

Galaxy A37 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Measured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Wireless connectivity

Galaxy A37 5GWi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Update policy

Galaxy A37 5GSecurity updates until 31 March 2032
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Battery and charging

Galaxy A37 5G5000 mAh
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapter
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)

Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.

Small physical differences (3)
Configuration & compatibility details (2)

RAM and storage configuration

Galaxy A37 5G8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Regional SIM / network configuration

Galaxy A37 5GUK SM-A376BZAGEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (93)

Main-camera aperture control

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraFixed f/1.4
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front 4K recording maximum

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Main camera optical stabilisation

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supported wired charging power

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum but does not state the phone's own maximum charging power. Its timed charging claim is listed separately.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time to 50% wired charge

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

High Brightness Mode

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung's A37 page mentions Vision Booster but gives no High Brightness Mode figure.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G product page
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Physical RAM type

Galaxy A37 5GLPDDR5X
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung names upgraded LPDDR5X memory on the UK A37 page. A memory technology, not a measured performance score.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G product page
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage technology

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM support

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Launch operating system

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wi-Fi

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Wi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

APV 8K maximum

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Source APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.

Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

APV video capture

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.

Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge test duration

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge endpoint

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer charging claim

Galaxy A37 5GUp to 60% in 30 minutes with Super Fast Charging 2.0
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung does not give the test setup, a full 0–100% charge time or the sustained input power.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G product page
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cover glass

Galaxy A37 5GCorning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung states it is applied to the front and rear; back glass excludes camera glass; frame excludes keys and SIM tray. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G product page
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU clock groups

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU core count

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Samsung DeX support

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dual eSIM support

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

External USB video recording

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

APV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.

Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

3.5 mm headphone jack

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Log recording

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Camera APV format offers APV HDR or APV Log. These are distinct controls, not an inferred proprietary log workflow on every model.

Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RAM technology

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published minimum battery endurance cycles

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published peak brightness

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2600 nits
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.

Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Built-in Privacy Display

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

4G FDD LTE

Galaxy A37 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5G FDD Sub6

Galaxy A37 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support

Galaxy A37 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Infra

Galaxy A37 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

Galaxy A37 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated minimum battery capacity

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 8K recording maximum

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

User-removable battery

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact table explicitly states Removable No.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published security update end date

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Stereo support

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

S Pen support

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Thermal design

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Published construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

US model distinction

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K video recording

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Samsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.

Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUB
Galaxy S26 Ultra

The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wireless charging maximum

Galaxy A37 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A37 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8 shared fields have the same recorded value.

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Full specifications

All specs125 specificationsGalaxy A37 5GGalaxy S26 Ultra
196g
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
78.2mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
7.4mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm (height × width × depth)
163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Awesome Charcoal
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Touchscreen Bar
Not verified
Thermal design
Sources
Not verified
Vapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sidesPublished construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.9″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2600 nitsManufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
120Hz
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
16M
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
5×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
3
4
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Not verifiedSamsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Rear: 50 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
12.0 MP
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
50.0 MP + 8.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Not verified
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Not verified
Yes
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Yes
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Not verified
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
12.0 MP
Not verified
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
F2.2
Not verified
No
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
No
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
No
Not verified
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
10×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
29 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
31 hours
Published local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.
5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1200
Not verified
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
10 / 45
Not verified
Manufacturer charging claim
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 60% in 30 minutes with Super Fast Charging 2.0Samsung does not give the test setup, a full 0–100% charge time or the sustained input power.
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
4855 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
75%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Security updates until 31 March 2032This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Stereo Support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
No
Not verified
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Not verified
SmartThings Support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Promised OS version upgradesDiffers
Sources
6 upgradesUp to six OS upgrades per Samsung UK; availability and timing vary by model and market. Not six upgrades remaining from purchase.
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Launch operating system
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
S Pen support
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
Octa-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyUK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
UK SM-A376BZAGEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
8 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Super AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWBExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
£489Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Not verified
Slow Motion
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
240fps @HD
Not verified
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
228.0
Not verified
Number of SIM
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Dual-SIM
Not verified
SIM size
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Not verified
SIM Slot Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Not verified
Infra
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Not verified
2G GSM
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Not verified
3G UMTS
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Not verified
4G FDD LTE
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Not verified
4G TDD LTE
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Not verified
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Not verified
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Not verified
USB Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
USB Type-C
Not verified
USB Version
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
USB 2.0
Not verified
Location Technology
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Not verified
Earjack
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
USB Type-C
Not verified
MHL
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
No
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Not verified
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Bluetooth Version
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Bluetooth v5.3
Not verified
PC Sync.
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Smart Switch (PC version)
Not verified
OS
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Android
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Not verified
Removable
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
No
Not verified
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
A
Not verified
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Not verified
Mobile TV
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
No
Not verified
IP68Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not recommended for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Cover glass
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Samsung states it is applied to the front and rear; back glass excludes camera glass; frame excludes keys and SIM tray. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Not verified
Physical RAM type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
LPDDR5XSamsung names upgraded LPDDR5X memory on the UK A37 page. A memory technology, not a measured performance score.
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
Bluetooth
Sources
Not verified
6.0Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Bluetooth version
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
APV video capture
Sources
Not verified
YesExplicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.
APV 8K maximum
Sources
Not verified
30 fpsSource APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.
Log recording
Sources
Not verified
APV LogCamera APV format offers APV HDR or APV Log. These are distinct controls, not an inferred proprietary log workflow on every model.
External USB video recording
Sources
Not verified
YesAPV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.
Show unverified (11)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum but does not state the phone's own maximum charging power. Its timed charging claim is listed separately.
Not verified60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
High Brightness Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedSamsung's A37 page mentions Vision Booster but gives no High Brightness Mode figure.
Not verified
RAM technology
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A37 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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Samsung Galaxy A37 5G

256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight196 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width78.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

Samsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not recommended for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.

Samsung
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£489.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
  1. Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G technical specifications — SM-A376BZAGEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Samsung UK Galaxy A37 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight214 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.

Samsung
Width78.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.

Samsung
Thickness7.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.

Samsung
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.

Samsung UK
Claimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Samsung
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.

Samsung
Reverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.

Samsung
Headphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence

Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.

Samsung
Expandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.

Samsung UK
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit physical Nano-SIM support.

Samsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.

Samsung
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.

Samsung
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.

SamsungSamsung
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed optical-quality reach10×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.

SamsungSamsung
Rear camera modules4Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.

Samsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£1,279.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UKSamsung UK
All sources11
  1. Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
  2. Specifications - Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  3. Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  4. Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  5. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  6. Samsung's Pro-Grade APV Codec Supported on Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  7. Samsung Log VideoSamsung Developer · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  8. Professional Photography with Galaxy Expert RAW AppSamsung Support UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  9. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  10. Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  11. Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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