Samsung Galaxy A55: Unveiled in Pakistan! Everything You Need to Know
Every year Samsung launches its mid-range A-series a bit late in Pakistan compared to the global market. This, in turn, creates a buzz in the Pakistani tech market. People highly anticipate the new AX5 line-up and follow all the news closely.
You must have seen tons of Samsung Galaxy A55 reviews being posted since its unveiling a few days ago in Pakistan. But let’s face it, phone reviews can be a snoozefest.
Let’s cut the clutter and help you decide if this phone is really a good-fit for your needs. Then it’s your decision if you want to jump into the crowd cheering for it or wait for a better option.
It’s time we ditch the formality and talk about the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G in a way that makes sense.
Design: The Ultimate Deal-Maker
In case you had the experience of using the old A-series phones, the new A55 will feel premium if not flagship. The plastic back frame has disappeared and the sleek glass and metal combination completely changes the feel of the phone.
It’s a mini-S24 without the mini-S24 price tag. With vibrant color options and a unique feel, A55’s design is its ultimate selling point.
However, we recommend using a case, otherwise your fingerprints will be shining all over the back of the phone. And that doesn’t feel alright, at all.
Design Overview
- Aluminum build
- IP67 Rating ⭐
- Fingerprint Sensitive
- Bigger and Heavier than its predecessor
- Comes in 4 Awesome Colors: Awesome IceBlue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Lemon, Awesome Navy
TechBazaar Rating: 4.5/5
Display: Big Enough!
Packed with a 6.6-inch OLED display and 120Hz refresh rate, Galaxy A55’s display takes the binge-watching experience up a notch. Content flows as smooth as butter.
Vibrant screen colors can make your afternoon social media scroll session extend into the night. For night use, it’s worth the hype, but things are not the same in sunlight.
In Pakistan’s scorching summer, you might need to find a shade to use your phone properly. So, the A55’s display isn’t the brightest, a little heads-up.
Display Overview
- Built-in fingerprint sensor ⭐
- Bigger display than the Galaxy A54 (6.6-inches)
- 1000-nit peak brightness
- 120Hz variable refresh rate
- Protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
TechBazaar Rating: 4/5
Performance: Handles Most Tasks But..
Samsung’s Exynos-powered phones sound powerful on paper but not in practice. Galaxy A55 addresses these issues with Exynos 1480 – that carries some powerful specs.
Despite the performance complaints in these models, the new Galaxy A55 offers a smooth user experience. Light gaming and day-to-day browsing are a breeze for these mid-rangers.
A55 runs Instagram, Netflix and YouTube perfectly even when you switch between these apps haphazardly. It does lag while running high-performance apps such as camera and switching between different camera modes.
Performance Overview
- New Exynos 1480 Chipset ⭐
- 8GB RAM (12GB in select locations) | no more 6GB model
- Stereo speakers
- Up to 256GB of storage with up to 1TB of additional storage
- Quality Audio
TechBazaar Rating: 4/5
Cameras: Decent for the Price
The camera system is a bit of a mixed bag. Photography is the selling point of most mobile phones and cameras act as a deal-maker or breaker for users.
Samsung Galaxy A55 does neither. In good light, photos are impressive but the quality cranks down a little in the night mode.
Technically speaking, the Korean mobile manufacturers haven’t made any significant changes to the camera setup, only changes in the camera algorithms.
The Galaxy A55 does support electronic stabilization in 4K@30fps video recording. Overall, the performance of the primary camera is satisfactory – pictures have detail and dynamic range during the day but not in night mode.
Camera Overview
- 50MP f/1.8 main camera w/ OIS
- 12MP ultra-wide + 5MP macro camera
- 32MP f/2.2 front-facing camera
- Improved low-light photography ⭐
TechBazaar Rating: 4/5
Battery Life: Simply Fantastic
The 5000mAh battery is quite impressive, easily lasting a full day on a single charge, even with moderate to heavy use. Browse social media, stream music and binge-watch your favorite shows – this phone won’t die on you.
The charging speed isn’t the fastest, but honestly, with battery life this good, that shouldn’t be a deal-breaker. But other phones do offer both options on the same budget – a point to reflect on before making a final decision.
Furthermore, a 25W charger is a separate purchase if you don’t already own one that works with Samsung devices. That’s a bit of a disappointment.
Battery Overview
- 5000mAh battery ⭐
- 25W wired charging
- Advertised two-day battery life
TechBazaar Rating: 4/5
Software: Familiar Face and a few Updates
Samsung Galaxy A55 runs the latest One UI, but is similar to older A-series phones. Still, One UI is great, and the A55 runs it smoothly (unlike some mid-range phones).
Don’t expect fancy software like the S24 here. Samsung likes to keep some software features for their flagships only. But the Galaxy A55 is no less equipped.
For instance, this phone is the first from Samsung with seamless updates. You won’t be getting frustrated while your phone installs them.
New software features, coupled with the design and display upgrades, make for a great enhancement. Moreover, in the Pakistani mobile phone market, Samsung Galaxy A55 sells like hotcakes until the newer version arrives. A-series is popular all seasons.
Software Overview
- Android 14 w/ One UI 6.1
- Four years of OS updates ⭐
- Knox Vault and Seamless Updates
TechBazaar Rating: 4/5
Decision Time: Choose for Yourself!
The A55 is well-built, lasts long on a charge, takes good pics, and gets software updates for years. However, the high cost makes it a tough choice when similar phones exist for less.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Tough and water-resistant | Slow charging & no charger included |
| Great battery life | Fingerprint reader issues |
| Decent cameras with good video | Big bezels around the screen |
| Smooth performance | Virtual sensor might be wonky |
| Up-to-date software | More expensive than some alternativ |
Price and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A55 starts at a price tag of PKR 130,999 in Pakistan, according to Samsung’s official website.
Looking for storage options? The A55 comes in three flavors: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM with 256GB storage, and a top-of-the-line 12GB RAM with 256GB storage.
The A55 lets you express yourself with a range of fun colors: Lilac, Iceblue, Lemon, and Navy. Pick your favorite!
At TechBazaar, we connect you with sellers in your hometowns who offer affordable phone prices with exciting deals and discounts. Moreover, you get access to multiple sellers on our platform that give you freedom to choose. Instead of going to different shops in this harsh weather, simply reserve your phone and collect at your convenience from the seller.
Looking for more smartphone options? Check out our detailed review of the Infinix GT 20 Pro in Pakistan to see how it stacks up against the Galaxy A55.
