Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung's flagship S24+ dominates across performance metrics with its superior Exynos 2400 chipset, delivering noticeably faster processing and gaming capabilities compared to the A55's Exynos 1480. Display quality heavily favors the S24+, featuring a sharper 1440p Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with 2600 nits brightness versus the A55's 1080p AMOLED at 1000 nits. Camera systems diverge meaningfully—S24+ offers 8K video recording and a proper 3x optical telephoto lens, while A55 relies on a basic 5MP macro setup. Battery capacity slightly favors A55 (5000mAh vs 4900mAh), but S24+ compensates with 45W fast charging and wireless charging absent on the budget model. Build quality edges toward S24+ with lighter weight, slimmer profile, and superior Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. For content creators and demanding users, the S24+ justifies its premium pricing through substantially better performance, imaging, and display technology. Budget-conscious buyers get reliable everyday performance from the A55, but flagship features remain exclusively on the S24+.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A55 | Samsung Galaxy S24+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 213 g | 196 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 5 MP macro | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Xclipse 530 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
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