Samsung Galaxy A55 in brief:
- OS: Android 14
- Release Date: 2024
- Network Type: 2G/3G/4G/5G
- eSIM: Yes
- Display: 6.6-inch, 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution
- Processor: Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
- Selfie Camera: 32 MP
- Rear camera: 50 MP triple
- RAM: 12 GB
- ROM: 128 GB / 256 GB
- Fingerprint Sensor: In-display
- Headphone Jack: Yes
- Infrared/IR Blaster: No.
- Battery: 5000 mAh
- Fast Charging: 25W
- Wireless Charging: No.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Samsung A55 is an upper mid-range Android phone sporting a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a punch hole, and is powered by an Exynos 1480 chipset. It supports eSIM, but does not have 3.5mm audio headphone jack or wireless charging. The A55 comes in three memory variants – 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB. It is the successor to the popular Galaxy A54.
Samsung Galaxy A55 Specs
Mobile Wireless Network and Software
- 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
- 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
- 4G mobile network bands: LTE.
- 5G mobile network bands: NSA/SA
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
- Software / OS: One UI 16 based on Android 14
Design, Form Factor, Appearance
- Dimensions: 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm
- Weight: 213g
- Display: 6.6 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, Super AMOLED screen, Gorilla Glass Victus+
- Colours: Awesome IceBlue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Lemon, Awesome Navy.
- Physical Build: Glass front, aluminium frame, glass back
Internal Hardware Specs
- CPU/Processor: 64-bit, 2.75 GHz Octa-core
- Chipset: Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
- GPU/Graphics Processing Unit: Xclipse 530
- RAM: 8GB / 12GB
- Extended/Virtual RAM:
- Internal Storage: 128 GB / 256 GB
- External Storage: microSD card of up to 1TB capacity.
Photography, Video Recording
- Main Camera: 50 MP main sensor + 12 MP ultra-wide lens + 5 MP macro lens, autofocus, LED flash, 4k video@30fps, 1080p@30fps video recording
- Front Camera: 32 MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 4k video@30fps, 1080p@30fps video capture
Audio, Video Playback
- Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
- 3.5 mm audio headphone jack: No.
- Loudspeaker: Stereo speakers
- Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
- FM Radio: Market-dependent.
Phone Sensors
- Digital Compass: Yes.
- Accelerometer: Yes.
- Proximity Sensor: Virtual.
- Ambient Light Sensor: Yes.
- Barometer: No.
- Pedometer: No.
- Heart Rate Monitor: No.
- Gyroscope (G-Sensor): Yes.
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes; in-display, optical.
- Face Unlock: Yes.
- Iris Scanner: No.
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
- Voice Control: No.
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant, Bixby.
- Infra-red Blaster: No.
Connectivity Options
- Bluetooth Version: 5.3
- Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP, LE
- WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
- GPS: Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
- USB: microUSB v2.0. Type-C.
- NFC: Market dependent.
Miscellaneous Specs and Features
- Battery Type and Capacity: Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 5000 mAh
- Battery Charging: 25W fast charging
- Wireless Charging: No.
- Reverse Charging: No.
- Model Version/Number:
Launch/Release Dates and Information
- Announced: March 2024
- Release Date: 2024
Prices in the USA, UK, and EU
- United States of America (USA): The Samsung A55 is not available in the United States.
- United Kingdom (UK): from £439 for the 8/128GB variant, and £489 for the 8/256GB variant. You can buy it directly from the Samsung official website, or from independent retailers like Amazon UK, Currys, and Argos.
- European Union (EU): from €479 for the 8/128GB variant, and €529 for the 8/256GB variant.
The above prices may change with time from country to country, as market forces and economic policies influence product price movements.
Dust and Waterproof IP Rating
It is. Samsung A55 has an IP67 dust/water resistant rating, meaning that it can be submerged in water of up to 1 meter depth for up to 30 minutes.
eSIM Support
The Galaxy A55 supports eSIM, so you can use an eSIM with it.
Dual SIM Support
The Samsung Galaxy A55 has both single SIM and dual SIM versions..
Wireless Charging
Unfortunately, Samsung A55 does not have any form of wireless charging. You can only charge it via a cable.
Rear/Back Cover
The Samsung Galaxy A55 has a glass back panel that is also protected with Gorilla Glass.
Fingerprint Scanner
The Samsung Galaxy A55 has an under-display fingerprint sensor located towards the bottom of the display.
Gorilla Glass Protection
Samsung A55 has a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a 1080×2340-pixel resolution and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection.
Fast Charging
The Galaxy A55 is equipped with a 5000mAh battery and 25W fast charging.
3.5mm Headphone Jack
The Galaxy A55 does not have a headphone jack. As such, you can only use a Bluetooth wireless earphone or a USB-C earphone.
Android 15 Update
Samsung says it will get four years of Android updates, so it is certain that the Galaxy A55 will get updated to Android 15.
aptX Bluetooth codecs, Wireless Charging, IP Rating, and IR blaster
- It supports Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP and LE profiles, but it does not have aptX Bluetooth codecs.
- It has a 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging, but it does not have wireless charging.
- It is rated IP67 for water and dust resistance.
- It has a fingerprint sensor under the display.
- It does not have an IR blaster.
Factory Unlocked Availability
Samsing Galaxy A54 is not available in the United States. In the UK and EU countries, it is available in both unlocked and locked forms, depending on what carrier or retailer you buy it from. Ask your carrier or store attendant for details.
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