Living in the U.S. means you ought to be interested in alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy A55, because you won’t find that phone anywhere to buy in God’s own country. If you hadn’t heard this before now, Samsung decided that they would not sell the Galaxy A55 in the United States. This took everyone by surprise, considering that its predecessor, Samsung Galaxy A54 from last year, turned out to be highly successful in the states.
Word on the street is that Samsung is keeping the Galaxy A55 away from the U.S. because it is too close to both the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the S23 in price. Bummer. While you can order the Galaxy A55 from an international online store and get it delivered to you in the U.S., and while it should work with carriers, if you are like most cellphone subscribers in the U.S., you will pretty much prefer to buy a device that is available in the country.
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And that is fine. So, which mid-range smartphones in the USA are the best alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy A55? The price range we are looking at for alternative devices is in the range of $300 to $600, as the U.S. dollar price of the Galaxy A55 is estimated at around $500-642. Let’s have a look at the list.
Samsung Galaxy A54
The first Samsung Galaxy A55 alternative we have for you to consider is its predecessor, the Galaxy A54. The two phones are as similar as it gets, with the A55 offering a few upgraded specs. For example, the processor is more capable, the frame is aluminum, and the Gorilla Glass version is newer. That aside, the Galaxy A54 (and the A35) have close resemblance to the A55.
Pretty much everything else is the same. And with Samsung keeping the A54 up to date with software, it is a pretty good alternative to the Galaxy A55. Samsung Galaxy A54 costs $149-269.99 at Amazon and $224.99-449.99 at Best Buy.
Samsung Galaxy A35
Next on our list is the Galaxy A35. Why is it one of the best Samsung Galaxy A55 Alternatives? They have quite a number of specs in common, including similar dimensions, same screen size and features, same IP67 rating, same software, similar RAM and storage, and same battery capacity and charging.
Where the A35 offers less is in the inferior processor (same one in the Galaxy A54, by the way), rear and selfie cameras, as well as having a plastic frame instead of an aluminum like the A55.
Price: The Galaxy A35 is available from $249-349.99 at Best Buy, and from $399.99 on Samsung.com
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
If the slightly lower specs of the Galaxy A54 and A35 irk you and you want something closer to premium territory, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is definitely where to look. As the name implies, it has the prowess and looks of the Galaxy S23, but with some downgraded features that still puts it well above the territory of the A55.
You get slightly smaller dimensions and weight, a much more powerful processor, IP68 dust/water protection, a slightly smaller but superior display, better cameras, and both wireless and reverse charging thrown in.
There are a few minor downgrades though. The 4500mAh battery is smaller and the Gorilla Glass protection on the display is older. But in all, the Galaxy SE23 FE is the superior smartphone.
Price: It is available for $485-599 at Best Buy, and for $599.99 on samsung.com.
Motorola Moto G Power 2024
The processor inside of Motorola Moto G Power 2024 has the Dimensity 7020 running the show. It is less powerful than what is in the Galaxy A55. But the Moto G Power 2024 has faster wired charging and has wireless charging (a feature that is absent in the Galaxy A55). Note that the fingerprint scanner is embedded in the power button on the side.
The Moto G Power 2024 has what Motorola calls a water-repellant design but no official dust/water resistance rating like the Galaxy A55 and has no Gorilla Glass protection on the display either.
Price: This device is available at Amazon for $239.99, while we spotted it at Best Buy for $149.99-249.99
OnePlus Nord N30 5G
OnePlus Nord N30 5G is a 2023 smartphone, and we are not great fans of it, particularly because of the Snapdragon 695 chipset which is now quite dated. But if you are looking for a really affordable Samsung Galaxy A55 alternative, this is a device you might want to consider. It is available at Amazon from $249.99. At Best Buy, it sells for $257.99-299.99
Google Pixel 7a
Also from 2023, the Pixel 7a is an excellent option as a Samsung Galaxy A55 alternative if you are particular about getting the best camera phone available on your budget. It doesn’t offer much otherwise and is especially known for overheating and optimization issues, especially if you use it for heavy tasks for extended periods.
While it was released with a retail price of $499, it is often heavily discounted. As at the last check while preparing this article, it was available for around $300 at Amazon and for $298.99-499 at Best Buy.
The Most Affordable Samsung Galaxy A55 Alternative
If price is the most important factor for you and you are on a tight budget, the most affordable alternative to the Galaxy A55 is the Motorola Moto G Power 2024.
The Overall Best Samsung Galaxy A55 Alternative Smartphone
As far as we can tell, all other things being equal, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is the overall best Samsung Galaxy A55 alternative that you can buy in the United States. It is available unlocked from independent retailers, as well as from all major carriers and even smaller ones. It is also the priciest smartphone on this list. Understandably so, too.