So, this is the time of the year when Samsung releases its premium A-series phone and today I have the Galaxy A55 with me that has just been launched globally! There is also a slightly cheaper Galaxy A35.
The Galaxy A55 here is a slightly more premium variant of the Galaxy A35 and you can see that from the price itself. The latter one starts at Rs. 46,999. So, the A55’s pricing is actually quite higher this year starting at Rs. 62,999 rupees for the base 8/256GB variant, and if you look at the overall specs, it does seem a bit overpriced.
However, I think, for most people looking for a premium mid-range phone from a brand like Samsung, this is actually a very good and well-balanced phone! I’ll let you know why in my Samsung Galaxy A55 review.
Before digging in, let’s have a quick look at the specifications.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Specifications:
- Display: 6.6-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display, 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass Victus+
- Resolution: Full HD+ (1080×2400 pixels)
- Processor: Exynos 1480 (4nm)
- Software & UI: One UI 6.1 based on Android 14
- Rear Camera: Triple
– 50MP main, OIS
– 12MP ultrawide
– 5MP macro - Front Camera: 32MP (hole-punch cutout)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, 5G, GPS, VoLTE
- Battery: 5000mAh with 25W charging
- Color Options: Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lemon, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Navy
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 62,999 (8/256GB), Rs. 67,999 (12/256GB)
- Check out the full specs of the Samsung Galaxy A55 here.
Samsung Galaxy A55 Review
A Solid Build
- 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm, 202 grams
- Glass front/back, Plastic frames
- IP67 dust/splash resistant
First of all, Samsung has improved the build of this phone by quite a margin! It is now more robust since we get a Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection for the display, a Gorilla Glass back, and brushed aluminum frames. Hence, it has a solid heft to it and feels premium to hold. You also get a sculpted shape here, just like the A35 on the right side of the frame, which helps for a comfortable grip.