Homtom HT37 Pro review
The HT37 Pro suits someone with rock-bottom budget constraints who needs nothing beyond basic voice, text, and minimal email. Anyone else should look at current-year budget rivals, which offer double the performance and battery life for the same or less money."
This review is written with AI assistance from Homtom’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Homtom HT37 Pro, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The HT37 Pro is a 2017 budget phone that has aged poorly: weak processor, modest 720p screen, and a 3000mAh battery all feel undercooked even for its era. It survives as basic transport for calls, texts, and light apps, but not much else.
Design & build
At 147 x 72 x 8.9mm, the HT37 Pro hits a sweet spot for one-handed use. The narrow bezels are reasonable for the era, though a 65% screen-to-body ratio shows Homtom left real estate on the table. Build materials are not specified, so expect plastic throughout, but the slender profile and light weight (specs missing, but likely under 150g) make it pocketable. Nothing here offends, but nothing impresses either.
Display
The 5-inch TFT LCD delivering 720 x 1280 pixels yields 294ppi, and that is the problem. In 2017, even sub-$100 rivals had moved to 1080p or higher. Here, text is noticeably soft at arm's length, and watching video or scrolling social media feels pixelated. The 16.7M color palette is standard for TFT, meaning don't expect vibrant blacks or rich saturation. For basic messaging and calling it suffices; anything visual-heavy will frustrate you.
Performance
The MediaTek MT6737 is a quad-core chip clocked at 1.3GHz with Mali-T720 MP2 graphics. This was a budget chipset even in late 2017, and age has not been kind. App launches stutter, switching between open apps lags visibly, and anything beyond light browsing reveals the strain. Pair that with just 3GB of RAM, and you are juggling rather than multitasking. Games are off the table; even moderate 3D titles will choke. It works for calls, texts, email, and simple web use, but push it and the phone gasps.
Software
Android 7.0 Nougat shipped with this device, and that was already two versions behind when it launched. Nougat is no longer receiving security patches, so buying used you inherit a phone that stopped mattering to Google years ago. The OS itself is lean enough that it doesn't compound the hardware's weakness, but the lack of updates means vulnerabilities and missing features by modern standards. For a device of this age, software support is a graveyard.
Battery & charging
A 3000mAh battery powering a 720p screen and modest chipset sounds livable on paper, but real-world endurance falls short of a full day. Light use stretches to 16–18 hours; normal use drains by evening. The spec mentions 'Fast Charging' but without watts, expect it to be neither fast nor a game-changer. No specifics on charge time are given, but older Homtom chargers were typically sluggish. You will carry a cable more than you would like.
Value & verdict
In 2017, the HT37 Pro aimed at buyers with tight budgets. Seven years on, it is obsolete. The weak chipset, grainy display, short battery life, and dead-end software stack make it a poor choice even as a secondary device or emergency phone today. Newer budget phones cost barely more and trounce it across the board. If this is all you can afford right now, it makes calls and texts. If you have any flexibility, save a few dollars more or hunt the used market for a 2019–2020 phone that will actually run modern apps without complaint.
Verdict
The HT37 Pro suits someone with rock-bottom budget constraints who needs nothing beyond basic voice, text, and minimal email. Anyone else should look at current-year budget rivals, which offer double the performance and battery life for the same or less money."
- MicroSD expansion up to 64GB gives you real storage flexibility if the 32GB internal runs tight
- Compact 5-inch frame is genuinely comfortable to hold and fits pockets without fuss
- Dual SIM support makes it handy for multiple numbers or carriers
- 1.3GHz MediaTek MT6737 was already dated in 2017 and struggles noticeably with multitasking and app switching
- 3000mAh battery lasts less than a full day under normal use, and you will notice the lack of stamina
- 720p display on a 5-inch screen is grainy; even budget rivals in 2017 shipped with 1080p
Homtom HT37 Pro Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 4Q 2017 |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.00 inches, Color / TFT16,7M colors720 x 1280 px (5.00") 294 ppi∼65.3% screen-to-body ratio |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6737Processor clock: 1.30 GHzNumber of cores: 4GPU: ARM Mali-T720 MP2 @650 MHz |
| RAM & storage | 32 GBBuy memory card RAM: 3 GB |
| Battery | 3000 mAh |
| Charging | Fast Charging |
| Software | Android7.0 Nougat |
| Dimensions | 147.30 x 71.60 x 8.90 mm |
Homtom HT37 Pro FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
What chipset does the Homtom HT37 Pro use?
The Homtom HT37 Pro runs on the MediaTek MT6737Processor clock: 1.30 GHzNumber of cores: 4GPU: ARM Mali-T720 MP2 @650 MHz.
What display does the Homtom HT37 Pro have?
A 5.00 inches Color / TFT16,7M colors720 x 1280 px (5.00") 294 ppi∼65.3% screen-to-body ratio, 720 x 1280 pixels.
How big is the Homtom HT37 Pro battery?
The Homtom HT37 Pro has a 3000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at Fast Charging.
Does the Homtom HT37 Pro support a microSD card?
Yes, the Homtom HT37 Pro supports expandable storage (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (up to 64 GB)).
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