Samsung Galaxy A55 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A72
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", FHD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP+5MP/32MP | 64MP+8MP+12MP+5MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | ||
| Display | 6.6", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", FHD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP+5MP/32MP | 64MP+8MP+12MP+5MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Software, Design and Build Quality | Battery, Software and Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Software, Design and Build Quality | Battery, Software and Main Camera |
General
| Colors | Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Navy | Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 11, 2024 | March 17, 2021 | ||
| Availability | March 16, 2024 | March 19, 2021 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹39,999 | ₹34,999 | ||
| Colors | Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Navy | Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue | ||
| Launch | March 11, 2024 | March 17, 2021 | ||
| Availability | March 16, 2024 | March 19, 2021 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹39,999 | ₹34,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| Type | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | FHD+ Super AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 390 ppi | 394 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 800 nits | ||
| Type | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | FHD+ Super AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 390 ppi | 394 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 800 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| Weight | 213 grams | 203 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 213 grams | 203 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| Chipset Brand | Samsung | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Exynos 1480 | Snapdragon 720G | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Xclipse 530 | Adreno 618 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | One UI 4.1 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 3 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Samsung | Qualcomm | ||
| Chipset Name | Exynos 1480 | Snapdragon 720G | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Xclipse 530 | Adreno 618 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | One UI 4.1 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 3 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A72
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 64 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Panorama, HDR, LED Flash, Digital Zoom, Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 64 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Panorama, HDR, LED Flash, Digital Zoom, Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A72
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 32 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 25 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 25 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5 | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Single nano-SIM or Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Single nano-SIM or Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | |||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | A-GPS, GLONASS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | |||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | A-GPS, GLONASS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual proximity sensing | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual proximity sensing |
