Galaxy A37 vs TCL 30 XE 5G
Buy the Galaxy A37 for a phone you will keep for years: it has a sharper 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, a 50MP camera with OIS, IP68 water resistance, wireless charging and up to six years of updates. The TCL 30 XE 5G is the cheaper, simpler pick for a backup or a first 5G phone, but its 720p screen, 4GB of RAM and carrier lock hold it back. The A37's only recorded price is $292.50 at Wireless Place as of October 29, 2026; no current price was given for the TCL.
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Galaxy A37
4.7Choose the Galaxy A37 if you want a long-lasting main phone with a bright AMOLED screen, a real camera system and years of software support.
- Bright 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate
- 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization
- IP68 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus+
- Up to six years of Android and security updates
- Unlocked for all three major US carriers
- No microSD card slot
- Camera is only average in low light
- Some buyers report slowness, random restarts and Bluetooth dropouts
What separates them
| Galaxy A37 | TCL 30 XE 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7-inch OLED, 2340 x 1080, 120Hz adaptive | 6.52-inch, 1600 x 720, 90Hz |
| Camera | 50MP wide with OIS, 8MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro, 12MP front | Triple lens, wide angle only, 8MP front |
| Memory and storage | 6/8/12GB RAM, 128GB or 256GB, no microSD | 4GB RAM, 64GB, microSD expandable |
| Battery and charging | 5000mAh, 45W fast charging, wireless charging | Fast charging, no wireless charging listed |
| Durability | IP68 water and dust resistance, Gorilla Glass Victus+ | No water resistance rating listed |
| Carrier flexibility | Unlocked, works on T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon, dual SIM with eSIM | Locked to Boost Mobile in the eBay listing, single SIM |
| Software support |
Price history
- Galaxy A37: lowest $292.50 on Oct 29 at Wireless Place; $292.50 on Oct 30.
- TCL 30 XE 5G: lowest $99.00 on Oct 30 at eBay.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Galaxy A37 | TCL 30 XE 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android | Android |
| Carrier | T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, Unlocked | T-Mobile, Boost Mobile |
| Display Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 1600 x 720 |
| SIM Support | Dual SIM | Single SIM |
| Security | Fingerprint Scanner | Fingerprint Scanner |
| With Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| With OLED Display | Yes | Yes |
| Broadband Generation | 5G | 5G |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle, Ultra Wide Angle, Macro | Wide Angle |
| Screen Size | 6.7″ | 6.52″ |
What reviewers say
Galaxy A37
With 4.7 out of 5 from about 5,300 ratings, owners mostly describe the A37 as smooth and reliable for daily use, with a bright screen and solid value. Complaints center on the camera at night, the missing microSD slot, and occasional performance glitches.
- Smooth, responsive performance for everyday tasks
- Bright, good-looking screen
- Good value for a mid-range phone
- Lightweight with a familiar Galaxy look
- No microSD card slot
- Camera is only okay and weak at night
- Reports of slowness, random restarts and Bluetooth dropouts
- Some units shipped were non-US versions
TCL 30 XE 5G
Buyers of this listing report fast shipping, secure packing and phones that arrive new and as described. Most see it as good value for a low-cost 5G phone. Detailed long-term reviews of the hardware are limited.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for watching video?
- The Galaxy A37. Its 6.7-inch 2340 x 1080 AMOLED panel is sharper and brighter than the TCL's 1600 x 720 screen, and the 120Hz refresh rate makes scrolling smoother.
- Which takes better photos?
- The Galaxy A37. It adds optical image stabilization and an ultra-wide and macro lens to its 50MP main camera; the TCL relies on a single wide lens and an 8MP front camera.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Galaxy A37. Samsung promises up to six Android upgrades and six years of security updates, and the phone is IP68 water resistant. TCL states no update commitment for the 30 XE 5G.
- Is the Galaxy A37 worth the extra money?
- Yes for a daily phone. The A37's only recorded price is $292.50 at Wireless Place as of October 29, 2026, and it buys a better screen, camera, water resistance and years of updates. The TCL makes sense only if that price is out of reach.
- Can I use the TCL 30 XE 5G on AT&T or Verizon?
- Not the eBay unit described. It is locked to Boost Mobile and has a single SIM slot. The Galaxy A37 is unlocked and works on T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon.
- Does either phone have expandable storage?
- Only the TCL 30 XE 5G has a microSD slot. The Galaxy A37 has no card slot, so pick the 256GB model if you store a lot of photos and video.