Samsung Galaxy A24 vs Samsung Galaxy A55
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy A24 and A55 represent budget and mid-range tiers within the Galaxy A lineup. Display quality matches closely on both devices, featuring 6.5-6.6 inch Super AMOLED panels with 1000 nits brightness, though the A55 steps ahead with 120Hz refresh rate versus the A24's 90Hz. Performance diverges significantly: the A55's Exynos 1480 and 8GB RAM substantially outpace the A24's MediaTek Helio G99 with 4-6GB options. Camera capabilities favor the A55, offering 32MP front sensor, 4K video recording, and 12MP ultrawide versus the A24's 13MP front and 1080p recording. Battery capacity remains identical at 5000mAh with matching 25W charging. Build quality advantages go to the A55, featuring aluminum framing, Gorilla Glass Victus+, and IP67 water resistance certification. Connectivity improvements include 5G support and Wi-Fi 6 on the A55. For budget-conscious users prioritizing affordability, the A24 delivers solid value. However, the A55's superior processor, higher refresh rate, better cameras, and durability features justify its premium price for those seeking longevity and performance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A24 if…
- →Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- →OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- →5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A55 if…
- →Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- →Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- →Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A24
Pros
- Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- 5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
- 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling
- 25W charging is reasonable for the price class
Cons
- No 5G support — 4G LTE only
- Helio G99 struggles with demanding games
- No water resistance or IP rating
- Video recording limited to 1080p at 30fps
- Ultrawide camera at 8 MP is low resolution
Samsung Galaxy A55
Pros
- Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Four years of OS upgrades and five years of security
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Cons
- Exynos 1480 lags behind Snapdragon rivals
- Heavy at 213 g
- No dedicated telephoto camera
- Only 25W charging with no charger included
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A24 | Samsung Galaxy A55 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 213 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | None | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 159 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Xclipse 530 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Exynos 1480 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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