Samsung Galaxy A55 5G review - A lot of premium features in a midrange smartphone
The Galaxy A54 5G is followed by Samsung's new star for the midrange, the Galaxy A55 5G. In addition to the usual small improvements, the design also gets a visible update, and Samsung is also generous with the choice of materials.
The Galaxy A55 is available in two storage versions: 128 GB and 256 GB. With an MSRP of 479 and 529 Euros (~$516 and $569) respectively, it even costs 10 Euros (~$11) less than its predecessor.
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Possible Competitors in Comparison
Rating | Date | Model | Weight | Drive | Size | Resolution | Price |
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87.4 % v7 (old) | 05 / 2024 | Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Exynos 1480, Xclipse 530 | 213 g | 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.60" | 2340x1080 | |
87.1 % v7 (old) | 06 / 2023 | Google Pixel 7a Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7 | 193.5 g | 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.10" | 2400x1080 | |
86 % v7 (old) | 05 / 2023 | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Exynos 1380, Mali-G68 MP5 | 202 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.40" | 2340x1080 | |
87.4 % v7 (old) | 03 / 2024 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G Dimensity 7200, Mali-G610 MP4 | 204.5 g | 512 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.67" | 2712x1220 | |
83.1 % v7 (old) | 09 / 2023 | Sony Xperia 10 V SD 695 5G, Adreno 619 | 159 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.10" | 2520x1080 | |
88.2 % v7 (old) | 07 / 2023 | OnePlus Nord 3 Dimensity 9000, Mali-G710 MP10 | 193.5 g | 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.74" | 2772x1240 |
Case - Galaxy A55 uses aluminum and more robust glass
The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G is available in four colors: Awesome Iceblue, Lilac, Lemon, and Navy. The thickness is listed as 8.2 mm (~0.323 in), and we measure 8.25 mm (~0.325 in). The three camera lenses, which are arranged like those in the Galaxy S24, stick out by an additional 2.15 mm (~0.08 in). So if you place the smartphone on a flat surface, it can wobble quite a bit.
The Samsung smartphone shows clean workmanship. The gaps are tight and even, and it endures our attempts of warping the case without producing any creaking noises. Even though the display-to-surface ratio has improved (86%; A54: 83%), it is still rather antiquated. The frame of the A55 is now completely made of brushed aluminum and looks really attractive. In addition, the front and back are now covered by Corning Gorilla Glas Victus+.
The Galaxy A55 is protected from dust and water according to the IP67 certification. The card slot is flush with the frame, with the plastic tray being able to accept either two Nano SIM cards or a microSD instead of the second SIM card.
Samsung doesn't provide as much information on the sustainability as with its premium products, and the manufacturer also continues its bad habit of wrapping the smartphone in an additional plastic foil.
Equipment - Samsung smartphone with limited NTFS access
The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G offers upscale equipment in the midrange segment. However, it continues to use USB 2.0, and the transfer speeds in our copy test don't turn out particularly high at 23.37 MB/s. Since OTG is supported, you can connect external storage media, which can be formatted as FAT, FAT32, or exFAT. For NTFS, only reading data is supported.
In addition, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and a configurable always-on display are also included.
microSD Card Reader
With its hybrid card slot, the Galaxy A55 allows you to expand the storage via optional microSD card. All the usual standards and sizes are supported. In the copy test with our Angelbird AV Pro V60 reference card, it reaches comparatively high transfer rates.
SD Card Reader - average JPG Copy Test (av. of 3 runs) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Angelbird AV Pro V60) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Angelbird AV Pro V60) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Angelbird AV Pro V60) |
Cross Platform Disk Test (CPDT)
Software - The Galaxy A55 will get Android 18
The Galaxy A55 5G is delivered with Android 14 and Samsung's One UI 6.1 user interface. Counting from its introduction to the market, it will receive four large version updates as well as five years of security patches. At the time of this test, the system is very current and has received updates in a timely manner.
However (at this point), the A55 doesn't have access to the new AI features of a Galaxy S24. The system itself will feel very familiar to Samsung users. In addition to the Google and Galaxy apps, some apps from third-party vendors are also preinstalled. While most of them can be uninstalled, some, such as OneDrive, can only be deactivated.
Communication and GNSS - Galaxy A55 uses Wi-Fi 6 and single-band GNSS
With its extensive frequency band support and modern 5G Sub6, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is equipped well for mobile usage. Those who travel a lot to far-away countries also shouldn't run into problems very often. In the (German) city areas, the reception qualities are very good.
The Samsung smartphone uses Wi-Fi 6, and even though it doesn't reach the highest transfer speeds in combination with our Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 reference router, the connections are still fast and especially very stable.
Networking | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 6GHz | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 6GHz | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
Sony Xperia 10 V | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
Average of class Smartphone | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 | |
iperf3 transmit AXE11000 6GHz | |
iperf3 receive AXE11000 6GHz | |
For most of the global satellite networks, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G can only use single-band connectivity, but it is still able to determine its location very quickly and accurately. Indoors, it only takes marginally longer until a satellite fix is found, but it still takes several seconds to determine its exact location.
We compare the smartphone with a Garmin Venu 2, taking both on a bike tour. We find that the Galaxy A55 doesn't record our traveled route quite as accurately as the fitness smartwatch. Locating could be more accurate, particularly between some buildings. However, this still shouldn't create any limitations for navigation tasks.
Telephone Functions and Voice Quality
The voice quality of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G sounds very natural in everyday operation, and many environment noises are filtered out reliably. Only with louder noises does the filtering hit its limits and some sound fragments can become audible. The voice of the user then also sounds tighter and a bit tinny. But overall, the voice quality is still good. Speaker mode also transports one's own voice very clearly, and it only sounds slightly duller than when speaking directly into the mouthpiece.
The Galaxy A55 supports the usual functions such as WLAN calls or VoLTE. Dual-SIM operation can be configured extensively, and eSIM can also be used.
Cameras - Triple-camera system with good main lens
The front camera has a nominal resolution of 32 MP and uses pixel binning, which results in photos with only an 8 MP resolution. But the pictures are still convincing, and the Galaxy A55 impresses with a balanced color reproduction and many functions. Videos can be recorded in UHD or HD resolution at up to 30 FPS, and there is also a 60 FPS option for Full HD.
The heart of the triple-camera system on the back is a 50-MP sensor that is able to use optical image stabilization. It produces colors that are fairly cool and natural, but the A55 can exaggerate the sharpness at times. Overall, it is able to produce good recordings. The pictures from the additional ultrawide angle and macro lens are characterized by a visible reduction of that quality, but they are still at an appropriate level for this price class. Zooming exclusively happens digitally and delivers decent results up to a 2x level. At levels above that, you can only take some attractive snapshots. While a Pro mode is available, it doesn't offer RAW support.
Videos can be recorded with either the main or the ultrawide angle lens. They can use the same resolutions and frame rates as the front camera. Only the macro lens is generally left out here and can only be used for photos. The videos are now also VDIS stabilized in Ultra HD, and with Super HDR Video, you can now also create recordings in 12 bits.
Image Comparison
Choose a scene and navigate within the first image. One click changes the position on touchscreens. One click on the zoomed-in image opens the original in a new window. The first image shows the scaled photograph of the test device.
Main CameraMain CameraUltrawide Angle5x ZoomLow LightUnder controlled light conditions, our test chart isn't reproduced completely sharp in full resolution. In most areas, the sharpness is fine and the slight blurriness in the edges of the image is quite normal and at a usual level. But the same blurriness also occurs in the center of the image. We did not notice the same effect in pictures with pixel binning.
The Samsung smartphone's reproduction of the ColorChecker chart is exemplary and never too oversaturated.


Accessories and Warranty - Minimal accessories for the A55
The box of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G only includes a USB cable, SIM tool, and the usual paperwork. Those who preorder the phone can also get a free transparent bumper case and a screen protector.
Samsung offers two years of warranty for its smartphone. This can be expanded by the Care+ insurance package. Depending on the duration and extent (optional theft insurance), the package costs a one-time fee between 25 and 65 Euros (~$27 to $70).
Input Devices and Operation - Fingerprint recognition could be faster
The capacitive touchscreen of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G recognizes up to ten inputs simultaneously and operates very reliably in all screen areas. The optical fingerprint sensor is integrated in the display fairly close to the bottom edge. Even though stored fingerprints are recognized very reliably, this takes relatively long. The additional or optional face recognition using the front camera is faster, although it is not only less secure but also not always reliable in the dark.
The two physical keys on the right side leave a high quality impression and are very precise. However, if the users have small hands, regardless of whether they are left or right handed, they have to change their grip to be able to operate the volume rocker. The function key can be configured and optionally also be used as a classic power key.
Functions such as dual-messenger or single-hand mode are also available. The linear vibration motor can be adjusted to the user's preferences in the settings. It is very quiet but still very accurate and easily noticeable.
Display - Super AMOLED with up to 1,883 cd/m²
Compared to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G now has a slightly larger display at 6.6 inches. Even though the pixel density has dropped slightly with the same resolution, the image continues to look razor sharp. The refresh rate is automatically adjusted by the system to either 60 or 120 Hz, but you can also fix it at 60 Hz in the settings.
With a completely white display image and activated brightness sensor, the Galaxy A55 reaches 967 cd/m² on average, also scoring with a very homogenous brightness distribution. With an even distribution of bright and dark image areas (APL18), the brightness increases up to 1,678 cd/m², and when playing an HDR video on YouTube, it even reaches 1,883 cd/m².
Like all the other OLED displays, the Super AMOLED of the Galaxy smartphone isn't spared the usual flickering. While at 120 Hz, the frequency isn't particularly high at minimum brightness, it increases with increasing brightness, finally varying around 240 Hz. Although the fairly flat and even amplitude weakens the effect of this, sensitive users still have to expect some difficulties here.
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Brightness Distribution: 99 %
Center on Battery: 962 cd/m²
Contrast: ∞:1 (Black: 0 cd/m²)
ΔE Color 1.6 | 0.5-29.43 Ø4.9
ΔE Greyscale 1.5 | 0.5-98 Ø5.2
100% sRGB (Calman 2D)
Gamma: 2.13
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Super AMOLED, 2340x1080, 6.6" | Google Pixel 7a OLED, 2400x1080, 6.1" | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Super AMOLED, 2340x1080, 6.4" | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.7" | Sony Xperia 10 V OLED, 2520x1080, 6.1" | OnePlus Nord 3 AMOLED, 2772x1240, 6.7" | |
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Screen | 7% | -21% | 18% | 7% | -37% | |
Brightness middle | 962 | 1006 5% | 940 -2% | 1240 29% | 933 -3% | 481 -50% |
Brightness | 967 | 1010 4% | 935 -3% | 1233 28% | 944 -2% | 478 -51% |
Brightness Distribution | 99 | 95 -4% | 99 0% | 98 -1% | 97 -2% | 91 -8% |
Black Level * | ||||||
Colorchecker dE 2000 * | 1.6 | 1.1 31% | 2.4 -50% | 1.1 31% | 1.1 31% | 1.4 12% |
Colorchecker dE 2000 max. * | 2.6 | 2.5 4% | 3.2 -23% | 2.2 15% | 1.7 35% | 3.87 -49% |
Greyscale dE 2000 * | 1.5 | 1.5 -0% | 2.2 -47% | 1.4 7% | 1.8 -20% | 2.6 -73% |
Gamma | 2.13 103% | 2.25 98% | 2.05 107% | 2.21 100% | 2.29 96% | 2.28 96% |
CCT | 6382 102% | 6531 100% | 6422 101% | 6669 97% | 6611 98% | 6395 102% |
* ... smaller is better
Screen Flickering / PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation)
Screen flickering / PWM detected | 120 Hz | ||
The display backlight flickers at 120 Hz (worst case, e.g., utilizing PWM) . The frequency of 120 Hz is very low, so the flickering may cause eyestrain and headaches after extended use. In comparison: 53 % of all tested devices do not use PWM to dim the display. If PWM was detected, an average of 8627 (minimum: 5 - maximum: 343500) Hz was measured. |
Measurement series at fixed zoom level with various brightness settings (Even though the amplitude at minimum brightness looks flat, this is due to the scaling. You can see the enlarged version of the amplitude at minimum brightness in the info box.)
Our analysis with Calman shows that the display of the Galaxy A55 is calibrated very accurately, as long as the Natural mode is selected in the settings. In the default Vivid mode, the colors are more saturated and the display is cooler.
Display Response Times
↔ Response Time Black to White | ||
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1.47 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.754 ms rise | |
↘ 0.7145 ms fall | ||
The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.1 (minimum) to 240 (maximum) ms. » 6 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (20.9 ms). | ||
↔ Response Time 50% Grey to 80% Grey | ||
1.53 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.7745 ms rise | |
↘ 0.7575 ms fall | ||
The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.165 (minimum) to 636 (maximum) ms. » 5 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (32.7 ms). |
Outdoors, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G knows to impress in most light situations, offering sufficient brightness reserves to still remain easily readable in direct sunlight, as long as there aren't too many reflections on the front glass. Those who only adjust the brightness manually (max. 425 cd/m²) have to expect some limitations earlier.
The viewing angle stability of the panel is really good. There are no color distortions at all in everyday operation, and the loss in brightness from steep viewing angles is hardly noticeable. Only in the dark do we often notice a discrete rainbow-like veil from very steep viewing angles.
Performance - The Galaxy A55 uses the Exynos 1480
The Galaxy A55 is the first smartphone that uses the Samsung Exynos 1480. It is able to access 8 GB of LPDDR5 working memory. The midrange SoC performs at the level of a Dimensity 7200.
In Geekbench, its performance turns out up to 19% higher than that of the Galaxy A54 with the Exynos 1380. As expected, the 1480 is also slightly faster in the system benchmarks, but strangely the same is not the case for the AI performance.
In everyday operation, the system presents itself as very smooth, only showing the occasional short wait when an app is started.
Antutu v10 - Total Score | |
Average of class Smartphone (142748 - 3015111, n=114, last 2 years) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () |
UL Procyon AI Inference for Android - Overall Score NNAPI | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Average of class Smartphone (1267 - 81594, n=145, last 2 years) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () |
The Xclipse 530 that provides the graphics acceleration in the Galaxy A55 is based on AMD's RDNA architecture. However, those who had hoped that it would be able to support hardware based raytracing like the Xclipse 940 in the Galaxy S24 will be disappointed.
But this still translates into a great plus for the computing performance, since the 530 chip reaches between 13 and 44% more performance than the ARM Mali-G68 MP5 in the A54.
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7: T-Rex Onscreen | 1920x1080 T-Rex Offscreen
GFXBench 3.0: on screen Manhattan Onscreen OGL | 1920x1080 1080p Manhattan Offscreen
GFXBench 3.1: on screen Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | 1920x1080 Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen
GFXBench: on screen Car Chase Onscreen | 1920x1080 Car Chase Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | 2560x1440 Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | 1920x1080 Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | 3840x2160 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
3DMark / Wild Life Extreme Unlimited | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Wild Life Extreme | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Wild Life Unlimited Score | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Wild Life Score | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Physics | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Graphics | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Onscreen | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench 3.0 / Manhattan Onscreen OGL | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench 3.0 / 1080p Manhattan Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Car Chase Onscreen | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Car Chase Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
GFXBench / 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Sony Xperia 10 V |
The speed of the A55 when surfing the Internet is very smooth in everyday operation, and websites are rendered very quickly. In den benchmarks, the Samsung smartphone places in the top third of our comparison group.
Jetstream 2 - Total Score | |
OnePlus Nord 3 (Chrome 114) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average of class Smartphone (13.8 - 387, n=164, last 2 years) | |
Google Pixel 7a (Chrome 114) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) |
Speedometer 2.0 - Result | |
OnePlus Nord 3 (Chrome 114) | |
Average of class Smartphone (15.2 - 569, n=146, last 2 years) | |
Google Pixel 7a (Chrome 114) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) |
Speedometer 3.0 - Score | |
Average of class Smartphone (1.03 - 34, n=74, last 2 years) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) |
WebXPRT 4 - Overall | |
OnePlus Nord 3 (Chrome 114) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Average of class Smartphone (22 - 271, n=154, last 2 years) | |
Google Pixel 7a (Chrome 114) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) |
WebXPRT 3 - Overall | |
Average of class Smartphone (38 - 347, n=78, last 2 years) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) |
Octane V2 - Total Score | |
OnePlus Nord 3 (Chrome 114) | |
Google Pixel 7a (Chrome 114) | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Average of class Smartphone (2228 - 100368, n=206, last 2 years) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) |
Mozilla Kraken 1.1 - Total | |
Average of class Smartphone (277 - 28190, n=162, last 2 years) | |
Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (Chrome 122.0.6261.90) | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Chrome 112) | |
Average Samsung Exynos 1480 () | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Chrome 123) | |
Google Pixel 7a (Chrome 114) | |
OnePlus Nord 3 (Chrome 114) |
* ... smaller is better
For the storage, Samsung now uses the faster UFS 3.1 standard and has also improved its connection, resulting in significantly faster storage than in the predecessor. However, there is still room for improvement, as the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ demonstrates.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 V | OnePlus Nord 3 | Average 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | Average of class Smartphone | |
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AndroBench 3-5 | 20% | -52% | 48% | -37% | 63% | 41% | 53% | |
Sequential Read 256KB | 1688.53 | 1624.39 -4% | 528.32 -69% | 1921.64 14% | 444.54 -74% | 1617.78 -4% | 1742 ? 3% | 1890 ? 12% |
Sequential Write 256KB | 831.44 | 996.44 20% | 335.39 -60% | 1702.4 105% | 438.02 -47% | 1525.8 84% | 1160 ? 40% | 1510 ? 82% |
Random Read 4KB | 351.47 | 229.44 -35% | 236.23 -33% | 248.21 -29% | 175.72 -50% | 308.68 -12% | 286 ? -19% | 277 ? -21% |
Random Write 4KB | 132.11 | 263.81 100% | 70.52 -47% | 265.29 101% | 165.15 25% | 376.9 185% | 319 ? 141% | 315 ? 138% |
Games - Gaming at up to 120 FPS with some minor limitations
As a midrange smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G is surely not the optimal gaming companion, although it does a really good job. In the analysis with GameBench, it is able to reach a fairly stable 120 FPS in Death Trigger 2, and even the demanding Genshin Impact game runs attractively smooth. But in PUBG Mobile, for example, the highest graphics setting is not available and the 90 FPS mode also cannot be used.
You can also use the Samsung Gaming Hub with the Galaxy A55.
Emissions - A stabile performance with the Galaxy A55
Temperatures
The surface temperatures of the Samsung Galaxy A55 give no reason for concern at any time, only partially reaching a top value of 41.4 °C (106.5 °F) under load.
Even the stress tests of the 3DMark can't get the SoC to break out a sweat. It remains stable at all times and is able to make full use of its performance capabilities.
(±) The maximum temperature on the upper side is 40.8 °C / 105 F, compared to the average of 35.1 °C / 95 F, ranging from 21.9 to 63.7 °C for the class Smartphone.
(±) The bottom heats up to a maximum of 41.4 °C / 107 F, compared to the average of 33.9 °C / 93 F
(+) In idle usage, the average temperature for the upper side is 27.4 °C / 81 F, compared to the device average of 32.8 °C / 91 F.
3DMark Wild Life Stress Test
3DMark | |
Wild Life Stress Test Stability | |
Sony Xperia 10 V | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Google Pixel 7a | |
Wild Life Extreme Stress Test | |
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G | |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | |
OnePlus Nord 3 | |
Sony Xperia 10 V | |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G | |
Google Pixel 7a |
Speakers
The two speakers of the Samsung Galaxy A55 produce a fairly decent sound image with high frequencies that are too present. But this remains within limits at medium volume, although the sound gets hollow and tinny at increasing volume levels.
Alternatively, the sound can also be output via USB-C or Bluetooth. There are only few audio codecs available for the latter, and Samsung also hasn't given Auracast to the A55 yet.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (91.4 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 22.4% lower than median
(+) | bass is linear (6.2% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(±) | reduced mids - on average 6.5% lower than median
(+) | mids are linear (5% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(±) | higher highs - on average 5.4% higher than median
(+) | highs are linear (3% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (17.6% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 11% of all tested devices in this class were better, 7% similar, 82% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 36%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 31% of all tested devices were better, 8% similar, 61% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 24%, worst was 134%
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (88.7 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 27.1% lower than median
(±) | linearity of bass is average (9.1% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(+) | balanced mids - only 3.3% away from median
(+) | mids are linear (5% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(+) | balanced highs - only 3.6% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (5% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (16.1% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 4% of all tested devices in this class were better, 4% similar, 92% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 36%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 23% of all tested devices were better, 5% similar, 72% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 24%, worst was 134%
Battery Life - Samsung smartphone with 5,000 mAh
Power Consumption
The power consumption of the Galaxy A55 remains comfortably low. The slightly elevated values at high brightness settings during idle operation can be traced back to the colorful background. Under medium load, the SoC proves to be efficient, although it isn't as frugal as the Dimensity 7200 in the Redmi Note 13 Pro+.
The Samsung smartphone is exclusively charged via wired charging at up to 25 watts. Using the optional original charger from Samsung, it takes 83 minutes to completely recharge the smartphone. The battery is charged to 50% after 28 minutes and to 80% after 50 minutes.
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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G 5000 mAh | Google Pixel 7a 4385 mAh | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 5000 mAh | Sony Xperia 10 V 5000 mAh | OnePlus Nord 3 5000 mAh | Average Samsung Exynos 1480 | Average of class Smartphone | |
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Power Consumption | 17% | 8% | -16% | 32% | -36% | 0% | -3% | |
Idle Minimum * | 0.85 | 0.62 27% | 0.75 12% | 1.22 -44% | 0.56 34% | 1.46 -72% | 0.85 ? -0% | 0.879 ? -3% |
Idle Average * | 1.51 | 0.87 42% | 1.51 -0% | 1.47 3% | 0.91 40% | 1.84 -22% | 1.51 ? -0% | 1.456 ? 4% |
Idle Maximum * | 1.71 | 0.95 44% | 1.62 5% | 1.58 8% | 0.98 43% | 2.14 -25% | 1.71 ? -0% | 1.601 ? 6% |
Load Average * | 4.87 | 6.11 -25% | 4.91 -1% | 8.09 -66% | 5.34 -10% | 8.64 -77% | 4.87 ? -0% | 6.71 ? -38% |
Load Maximum * | 11.73 | 11.81 -1% | 8.93 24% | 9.49 19% | 5.46 53% | 9.99 15% | 11.7 ? -0% | 10.1 ? 14% |
* ... smaller is better
Power Consumption: Geekbench (150 cd/m²)
Power Consumption: GFXBench (150 cd/m²)
Battery Life
The 5,000 mAh battery of the Samsung Galaxy A55 reaches very good runtimes in our test. Particularly in the tests with an adjusted display brightness (150 cd/m²) it does very well and is only clearly surpassed by the Xperia 10 V. If the A55 has to transfer a lot of data in the WLAN, the efficiency is worse than in the predecessor.
We positively noticed during the test, that the A55 only consumes a minimum amount of power during standby, not even using 5% of its battery charge overnight.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G 5000 mAh | Google Pixel 7a 4385 mAh | Samsung Galaxy A54 5G 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 5000 mAh | Sony Xperia 10 V 5000 mAh | OnePlus Nord 3 5000 mAh | |
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Battery Runtime | -17% | 9% | -3% | 44% | 7% | |
Reader / Idle | 2202 | 1328 -40% | 2591 18% | 1586 -28% | 4067 85% | 1755 -20% |
H.264 | 1511 | 1224 -19% | 1508 0% | 937 -38% | 1615 7% | 1725 14% |
WiFi v1.3 | 1077 | 821 -24% | 941 -13% | 913 -15% | 1157 7% | 815 -24% |
Load | 220 | 252 15% | 284 29% | 373 70% | 388 76% | 350 59% |
Pros
Cons
Verdict - A successful upgrade with room for improvement
This year again, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is prepared to become a benchmark within its class. But this is not necessarily purely due to its performance - although the new Exynos 1480 leaves a good impression - but more to its well-adjusted overall package.
In addition to offering an attractive system performance and long time period of receiving updates, the Galaxy A55 5G also scores with an IP67 certification, a good main camera, eSIM support, and a good battery life.
Although the Samsung Galaxy A55 doesn't reinvent the wheel with the new Exynos SoC and fresh design, it is still a leader in the midrange its competitors have to contend with.
The display-to-surface ratio could be better, though, and the A55 neither supports fast nor wireless charging. In addition, 6-GHz WLAN in the midrange would have been a step in the right direction.
Some of the strongest competitors of the A55 are the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G and the brand new Pixel 8a. Those who value an extravagant design and triple-band WLAN could also take a look at the Nothing Phone (2a).
Price and Availability
While the Galaxy A55 5G can be purchased directly from Samsung in the UK, India, or Australia, for example, it currently looks like the US market won't get this model.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
- 05/10/2024 v7 (old)
Daniel Schmidt