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Galaxy A37 5G vs Oppo Reno8 (China): Which One Should You Buy?

Oppo Reno8 (China) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.9/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy A37 5G

Galaxy A37 5G
83/ 100
Launch price$399
Oppo · 2022

Oppo Reno8 (China)

Oppo Reno8 (China)
83/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Galaxy A37 5G wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy A37 5G
Galaxy A37 5G
3 wins
Oppo Reno8 (China)
Oppo Reno8 (China)
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
Galaxy A37 5GOppo Reno8 (China)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedOppo Reno8 (China)
    72
    86
  • CameraGalaxy A37 5G
    88
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryGalaxy A37 5G
    86
    80
  • DisplayGalaxy A37 5G
    88
    84
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOppo Reno8 (China)
    80
    85
Key differences
  • Galaxy A37 5G has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • Oppo Reno8 (China) charges faster80W vs 45W
  • Galaxy A37 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.43"
  • Oppo Reno8 (China) is lighter179 g vs 196 g
  • Oppo Reno8 (China) has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A37 5G
  • ✓$9600 cheaper at launch ($399 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Oppo Reno8 (China)
  • ✓17 g lighter (179 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.43" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy A37 5GOppo Reno8 (China)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy A37 5G Wins Display
Screen typeSuper AMOLEDAM-OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.43"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (385 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (409 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,900 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Oppo Reno8 (China) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSamsung Exynos 1480 (4nm)Dimensity 1300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsXclipse 530Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy A37 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OISundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.2undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Oppo Reno8 (China) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm160 x 73.4 x 7.67 mm
Weight196 g179 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy A37 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Not listed
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB C reversible
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$399Price on request
Our verdict

Oppo Reno8 (China) wins — BeastScore 82.9/100

After comparing all the specs, Oppo Reno8 (China) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.9 vs top rival 82.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 45W.

Buy Galaxy A37 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP

Buy Oppo Reno8 (China) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.9 vs top rival 82.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 45W

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy A37 5G or Oppo Reno8 (China)?

Oppo Reno8 (China) leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.9/100 compared to Galaxy A37 5G (82.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.9 vs top rival 82.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 45W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy A37 5G and Oppo Reno8 (China)?

Galaxy A37 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Oppo Reno8 (China) has a 6.43-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy A37 5G and Oppo Reno8 (China) compare for speed?

Galaxy A37 5G scores 72/100 for performance; Oppo Reno8 (China) scores 86/100.

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