Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Verdict
Both Samsung flagships run Android 14 with One UI 6.1, but they cater to distinctly different market segments. Galaxy A55 delivers exceptional value with its 6.6-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 50MP main camera with OIS, and respectable Exynos 1480 performance in a lightweight 213g frame. Galaxy S24 Ultra dominates with a brighter 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (2600 nits vs 1000), superior 200MP camera system with dual telephoto lenses enabling 3x and 5x zoom, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processing that obliterates the competition. The S24 Ultra's 45W fast charging, wireless charging, and 8K video recording justify its premium positioning. However, A55's 5000mAh battery matches the flagship, and its 25W charging adequately handles daily needs. For photography enthusiasts and power users, S24 Ultra is mandatory; budget-conscious buyers seeking solid performance and reliable cameras should embrace the A55.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A55 if…
- →Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- →Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- →Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra if…
- →Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- →Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- →Built-in S Pen for productivity
Category Scores
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 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A55 | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 213 g | 232 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps |
| Telephoto | 5 MP macro | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x |
| 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, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.8 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) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Xclipse 530 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| 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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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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