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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£280RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 60% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–²Better than 66%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.6

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

â–²Better than 56%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 97%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.6

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

6.8
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.6
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 1480
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 1480 processor which is faster than processors in 58.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.75 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.75 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 63.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
390 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 390 ppi which is lower than that of 66.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.1 mm which is shorter than 74.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Width
77.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.4 mm which is wider than 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
213 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 213 g which is heavier than 76.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,176 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,176 cm³ which is larger than 60.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 36.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1300 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Edit Suggestion, Image Clipper, AI Image Signal Processing
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 14.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.19 vs 8.000).
    9.19 vs 8
  • 83.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 4% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.63 vs 7.3).
    7.63 vs 7.34
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 36.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1300 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 22.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,186 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,186 vs 10,783
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.75 GHz & 4x2.05 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.75 GHz & 4x2.05 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 14.6% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.75 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 21.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,148 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,148 vs 942
  • 34.9% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,418 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    Average of multiple user-submitted scores, some reviews quote ~3,397 or 3,447
    3,418 vs 2,533
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 25.2% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (3,900 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    3,900 vs 3,115
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Edit Suggestion, Image Clipper, AI Image Signal Processing
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 36.4% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (900 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    900 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 2.5 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 1480 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 1,480 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 10% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (108 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    108 vs 120
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 1480 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 1,480 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • 19.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (982 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    982 vs 1,226
  • 24.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (459 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    459 vs 608
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 10% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (108 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    108 vs 120
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 1.3% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (390 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    390 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 8.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (213 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    213 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

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amateurphotographer.com
10/10/2025
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15/04/2024
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23/05/2024
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13/05/2024
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manofmany.com
05/04/2024
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root-nation.com
23/07/2024
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techadvisor.com
03/05/2024
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[Tech Advisor] Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Review: Premium Mid-Ranger
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expertreviews.co.uk
18/07/2024
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[Expert Reviews] Samsung Galaxy A55 5G review: Harder, better, faster, cheaper
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phonearena.com
27/03/2024
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[PhoneArena] Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Review: A boring update, but still a solid mid-ranger
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sammobile.com
14/03/2024
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[SamMobile] Samsung Galaxy A55 review: A long-awaited return to form!
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cnet.com
12/07/2024
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[CNET] Samsung Galaxy A55 Review: This Cheap Phone Has Problems
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18/04/2024
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[Tom's Guide] Samsung Galaxy A55 review: A great cheap phone all-around
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28/05/2024
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[TechRadar] Samsung Galaxy A55 review: mid tier has never looked so high-end
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30/07/2024
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31/01/2025
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04/06/2024
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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Lab Test: A fairly balanced performance
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18/04/2024
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17/05/2024
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Premium design and build quality with an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass Victus+.
  • Excellent and vibrant 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
  • Long-lasting battery life that can last a full day with regular to heavy use and even up to two days with light use.
  • Solid overall performance for daily tasks and handling moderately demanding games without significant lag.
  • Good camera system for the price, producing detailed photos (especially in good light or with night mode activated) and 4K video recording capability on main and selfie cameras.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance rating for added durability.
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot, a rare feature in modern phones.
  • Clear and loud stereo speakers with good sound quality (Dolby Atmos support).
  • Guaranteed four years of Android OS updates and five years of security updates.
  • Feature-packed and highly customizable software experience with Samsung's One UI.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Slower charging speeds compared to some competitors, and lack of wireless charging support.
  • Camera can over-saturate colors and images in some situations, and the 5MP macro camera is considered essentially redundant.
  • The in-display fingerprint sensor can be slow or unresponsive at times.
  • Some users report terrible or inaccurate GPS/location services, which can be problematic for navigation.
  • Not officially available in the US market, leading to potential carrier compatibility issues or higher import prices.
  • Comes with pre-installed bloatware (unnecessary Samsung software).
  • Performance, while good, does not match that of flagship phones or some similarly priced competitors like the Google Pixel 8a or OnePlus 12R.
  • Noticeably thick screen bezels.
  • Some users report the phone can get warm or experience overheating during simple tasks or after updates.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a mid-range smartphone featuring a premium metal-and-glass design with IP67 water and dust resistance, a vibrant 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz display, and a large 5,000mAh battery. Powered by the Exynos 1480 octa-core processor, it offers smooth performance for everyday use and casual gaming, along with a versatile 50MP main camera system capable of 4K video recording. Key pros include the high-quality display, solid build quality with Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection, expandable storage via a microSD card, and a commitment to several years of software updates. Cons include relatively slow 25W charging with no included power adapter, large display bezels compared to flagships, and an underwhelming 5MP macro camera.

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