Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Explained

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
Brand:Samsung Galaxy
Manufacturer:Samsung Electronics
Colors:Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Lemon, Awesome Navy
Series:Samsung Galaxy A series
Modelnumber:SM-A5560, SM-A556B, SM-A556B/DS, SM-A556E, SM-A556E/DS, SM-A556V
Networks:GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Predecessor:Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
Related:Samsung Galaxy A05
Samsung Galaxy A15
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
Type:Smartphone
Form:Slate
Size:161.1mm H
77.4mm W
8.2mm D
Weight:213g
Os:Android 14 with One UI 6.1
Soc:Exynos 1480
Cpu:Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Gpu:Xclipse 530
Memory:6, 8 and 12GB RAM
Storage:128 and 256GB
Sim:Nano-SIM and eSIM or dual SIM (Nano-SIM)
Battery:Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging:Fast charging 25W
Display:6.6inches
px resolution, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density)
Super AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+
Always On
Sound:Stereo speakers
Connectivity:Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 (dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct)
Bluetooth 5.3 (A2DP, LE)
Input:
Water Resist:IP67

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G is a mid-range Android-based smartphone developed and manufactured by Samsung Electronics as a part of its Galaxy A series.[1] [2] It was announced on March 11, 2024 alongside the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G.[3] [4] [5] [6]

Design

The front is made of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+. The back is made of unspecified Gorilla Glass and the frame is made of aluminium. The Galaxy A55 5G also features IP67 dust and water resistance.

The design of the Galaxy A55 5G is similar to the entire Galaxy Ax5 lineup, featuring a flat frame and the Key Island.[7]

On the bottom of the smartphone, there is a USB-C 2.0 port, two microphones and a loudspeaker. On the top, there is an additional microphone and, depending on the model, either a hybrid dual SIM tray (SIM 1 + SIM 2 or SIM 1 + microSD) or a single SIM tray. On the right side, there is the volume rocker and the power button.

The Galaxy A55 5G is sold in the following color options:

ColorName
Awesome Iceblue
Awesome Navy
Awesome Lilac
Awesome Lemon

Specifications

Platform

The Galaxy A55 5G is equipped with the in-house Exynos 1480 SoC, which features the Xclipse 530 GPU, co-developed with AMD and based on the RDNA 2 architecture.[8]

Battery

The smartphone features a non-removable Li-Ion 5000 mAh battery with a 25 W fast charging support.

Camera

The Galaxy A55 5G has a triple rear camera setup, including a 50 MP Sony IMX906 wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture, phase detection autofocus, and optical image stabilization; a 12 MP Sony IMX258 ultrawide-angle 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. The smartphone also features a front-facing 32 MP Sony IMX616 wide-angle camera with an f/2.2 aperture. Both main and front cameras can record video in 4K resolution at 30 fps.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Samsung Galaxy A55: News, leaks, price, and release window. Rajesh. Pandey. Android Police.
  2. Web site: Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: Everything you need to know. Artur. Tomala. TechAdvisor.
  3. Web site: Samsung's Galaxy A55 and A35 are official with 6.6" OLED screens, focus on security. 11 March 2024. GSMArena.
  4. Web site: Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G: Awesome Innovations and Security Engineered for Everyone. 11 March 2024. Samsung Newsroom.
  5. Web site: Samsung aims for a new mid-range champion with the Galaxy A55 5G. Aamir. Siddiqu. Android Authority.
  6. Web site: Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G expected release date, prices, specs, and upgrades. Aleksandar. Anastasov. PhoneArena.
  7. Web site: Vlad . Samsung Galaxy A55 stars in live images showcasing its metal frame . 2024-08-13 . GSMArena.com . en-US.
  8. Web site: Samsung Galaxy A55 review . 2024-08-13 . GSMArena.com . en-US.