Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
|---|---|
| Founded | March 1, 1938 in Suwon, South Korea |
| Headquarters | Suwon , South Korea |
| Products | Smartphones, tablets, electronics |
| Website | www |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Overview
The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G is an Android-powered smartphone positioned in the mid-tier segment, designed and produced by Samsung Electronics as part of the Galaxy A lineup. It was officially unveiled on March 11, 2024, alongside the release of the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G.
Design and Build
This device features a slate form factor with dimensions measuring approximately 161.1 mm in height, 77.4 mm in width, and 8.2 mm in thickness, weighing around 213 grams. The phone is available in a variety of colors including Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Lemon, and Awesome Navy.
Display
Equipped with a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED screen, the Galaxy A55 5G offers a resolution of 1080 by 2340 pixels and a screen ratio of 19.5:9, resulting in a pixel density near 396 ppi. The display supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ technology, along with an Always On Display feature.
Performance
Powered by the Exynos 1480 system-on-chip, the handset utilizes an octa-core processor configuration consisting of four Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.7 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0 GHz. Graphics are handled by the Xclipse 530 GPU.
Memory and Storage
The phone comes with RAM options of 6 GB, 8 GB, and 12 GB, paired with internal storage capacities of either 128 GB or 256 GB.
Camera System
On the rear, the Galaxy A55 5G incorporates a triple-camera setup comprising a primary 50 MP wide sensor with f/1.8 aperture, phase detection autofocus (PDAF), and optical image stabilization (OIS); a secondary 12 MP ultrawide lens with a 123° field of view; and a tertiary 5 MP macro camera. Video capture capabilities include recording at up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second, as well as slow-motion video at up to 720p at 480 fps. The front-facing camera features a 32 MP wide sensor capable of recording video in 4K at 30 fps.
Connectivity and Network
Supporting GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G networks, the device offers dual SIM functionality via Nano-SIM cards or an eSIM option. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi standards up to Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6), Bluetooth version 5.3 with A2DP and LE support.
Battery and Charging
The Galaxy A55 houses a non-removable Li-Ion battery rated at 5000 mAh capacity and supports Super Fast charging technology delivering up to 25 watts.
Additional Features
Other notable specifications include stereo speakers for audio output; input sensors such as fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyroscope, and barometer; USB Type-C port (version 2.0); and IP67 certification for dust and water resistance.
Software
Initially shipping with Android 14 coupled with One UI version 6.0, it has since been updated to Android 15 featuring One UI version 7. The device is projected to support future upgrades up to Android version 18 alongside One UI version 10.
Model Variants
The Galaxy A55 is available under several model numbers including SM-A5560, SM-A556B, SM-A556B/DS, SM-A556E, SM-A556E/DS, and SM-A556V.
Market Positioning
This smartphone succeeds the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and precedes the upcoming Galaxy A56 5G within Samsung’s product lineup. It shares familial ties with models such as the Galaxy A05, A15, A25 5G, and A35 5G.
Official Information
For further details on specifications and availability, visit Samsung’s official website dedicated to this model.
Design
The front panel utilizes Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ for enhanced durability, while the rear also employs Gorilla Glass Victus+. The frame surrounding the device is constructed from aluminium. Additionally, the Galaxy A55 5G offers IP67 certification, ensuring resistance to dust and water ingress.
The aesthetic of the Galaxy A55 5G aligns with the broader Galaxy Ax5 series, characterized by a flat-edged frame and the distinctive Key Island design.[1]
Located at the bottom edge are a USB-C 2.0 port, dual microphones, and a loudspeaker. The top houses an extra microphone and offers either a hybrid dual SIM slot (supporting SIM 1 plus SIM 2 or SIM 1 plus microSD) or a single SIM tray, depending on the variant. On the right-hand side, users will find the volume controls alongside the power button, also referred to as the "Side Key".
The Galaxy A55 5G is available in these color variants:
| Color | Name |
|---|---|
| Awesome Iceblue | |
| Awesome Navy | |
| Awesome Lilac | |
| Awesome Lemon |
Platform
Powered by Samsung's proprietary Exynos 1480 SoC, the Galaxy A55 5G incorporates the Xclipse 530 graphics processing unit, developed in collaboration with AMD and built upon the RDNA 2 architecture.[2]
Battery
This model includes a fixed Li-Ion battery rated at 5000 mAh, supporting fast charging at 25 W.
Camera
The rear camera array consists of three lenses: a 50 MP Sony IMX906 sensor featuring a wide-angle f/1.8 aperture, equipped with phase detection autofocus and optical image stabilization; a 12 MP Sony IMX258 ultrawide lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 123° field of view; and a 5 MP macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture. On the front, there is a 32 MP Sony IMX616 wide-angle camera sporting an f/2.2 aperture. Both front and rear cameras are capable of recording video in 4K at 30 fps.
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