According to GSM Arena, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy A37 has appeared on Geekbench with model number SM-A376B, revealing it will be powered by the Exynos 1480 processor. The benchmarked unit was running Android 16 with 6GB of RAM, though more memory options are expected at launch. In performance tests, the device scored 1,158 points in single-core and 3,401 points in multi-core tests, significantly outperforming the Galaxy A36’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip that scored 1,007 and 2,917 points respectively. The Galaxy A36 was only launched in March, making this a relatively quick refresh cycle. While other specifications remain unknown, the benchmark suggests Samsung is continuing its mid-range phone development despite the recent focus on foldables and flagships.
Samsung’s chip strategy gets interesting
Here’s the thing that caught my attention – Samsung is sticking with Exynos for this mid-ranger instead of going with Qualcomm. The Exynos 1480 appears to be a solid performer, beating out the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 that powered the previous model. That’s actually pretty significant when you consider Samsung’s historical struggles with Exynos chips in the past. Remember when Exynos processors were notorious for overheating and poor battery life compared to their Snapdragon counterparts? Seems like they might finally be closing that gap.
The mid-range market is heating up
But here’s the real question – does anyone actually care about these incremental improvements? The mid-range smartphone market has become ridiculously competitive. You’ve got brands like Xiaomi and Realme offering incredible value, and even Samsung’s own Galaxy A series has multiple overlapping models. The performance bump looks good on paper, but will it translate to real-world benefits that consumers actually notice? I’m skeptical. Most people buying in this segment care more about battery life, camera quality, and overall reliability than benchmark scores.
The bigger picture matters more
Now, the Geekbench listing tells us nothing about the display, camera system, battery capacity, or pricing. Those are the factors that really determine whether a mid-range phone succeeds or fails. Samsung could have the fastest processor in its class, but if the camera is mediocre or the battery drains quickly, nobody will care. And let’s be honest – Samsung’s track record with software updates on its A-series has been… inconsistent at best. The fact that it’s already running Android 16 is promising, but will that translate to timely updates for regular consumers? I wouldn’t bet on it.
Should you wait for the A37?
Basically, if you’re in the market for a new mid-range phone, I’d hold off until we see the full picture. The performance improvements are nice, but they’re only part of the story. There are plenty of solid alternatives already available, including Samsung’s own recent A-series models that might see price drops when the A37 launches. The real test will be how this device performs in daily use, not just in synthetic benchmarks. Let’s see if Samsung can deliver a well-rounded package that justifies an upgrade.
