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Samsung
Galaxy M55
- 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
- 180 g
- 5000 mAh
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
180 g
Weight
163.9 mm
Height
76.5 mm
Width
7.8 mm
Thickness
19.5:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Announced
- April 8, 2024
- Released
- April 8, 2024
Display
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution
- 1080 × 2400
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Performance
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB
- Expandable storage
- Yes
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Wired charging
- 25 W
- Charging standard
- Super Fast Charging
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · OIS; Ultra Wide · 8 MP · ƒ/2.2; Macro · 2 MP · ƒ/2.4
- Front cameras
- Selfie · 50 MP · ƒ/2.4
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE, 3G, 2G
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.2
- USB
- USB Type-C
- NFC
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
6.5
out of 10
A well-rounded mid-ranger whose vivid AMOLED display, stereo speakers, and dependable battery life stand out, held back by a noticeably slow camera app and a capacity downgrade versus its predecessor.
Category scores
Camera
6.0
The 50MP OIS main sensor delivers strong daylight detail, but sluggish app responsiveness and a seven-second night-mode delay are consistent frustrations.
Battery and charging
7.0
5,000mAh still delivers a full day of heavy use and nearly two days of light use, despite the capacity cut from the previous generation.
Performance
7.0
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 offers stable, balanced everyday performance, though heat during gaming and camera use is a recurring complaint.
Handling and portability
7.5
180 g makes the M55 5G one of the lighter mid-range 6.7-inch phones, noticeably easier to hold for extended periods.
Build quality
6.5
An all-plastic build that feels more premium than its price suggests, enhanced by stereo speakers and an under-display fingerprint sensor.
Value
6.5
A sensible, balanced mid-range package, though the reduced battery and camera resolution versus the M54 tempers the upgrade case.
Strengths
- Vivid 120Hz Super AMOLED Plus display with punchy colors
- Dependable all-day battery life with 45W fast-charging support
- Stereo speakers and under-display fingerprint sensor uncommon at this price
Weaknesses
- Camera app is noticeably slow, especially for automatic night-mode shots
- Battery and camera resolution reduced compared with the previous M54
- Phone runs warm during extended gaming or camera app use
Best for
- Multimedia-focused users who value a vivid, high-refresh-rate display and stereo speakers
- Buyers who want dependable all-day battery life with fast-charging convenience
- Users who prioritize daylight photo quality over camera app speed
- Owners who appreciate mid-range conveniences like an under-display fingerprint sensor
Less suitable for
- Owners of the previous Galaxy M54 looking for a clear upgrade
- Buyers who frequently shoot in low light and want fast camera responsiveness
- Gamers who play demanding titles for extended sessions
- Users who prioritize maximum battery or camera resolution above other factors
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Older or entry-level phones without a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: The vivid screen and stereo speakers represent an immediately noticeable improvement in daily media consumption.
Current device: Owners of the previous Galaxy M54
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: The M55 trades battery capacity and camera resolution for a newer chipset — a lateral move rather than a clear step forward.
Current device: Buyers who frequently shoot in low light
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: The seven-second night-mode delay is the single most consistently repeated frustration across reviews.
Current device: Gamers who play demanding titles for extended sessions
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: Casual and moderate gaming is smooth on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, though heat during extended sessions is worth monitoring.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
A large canvas for reading, video, and longer on-screen sessions.
Gaming
Casual gamingIt is better suited to lighter games and moderate visual settings than demanding 3D titles.
Bottom line
The Galaxy M55 5G earns its reputation as a sensible, well-rounded mid-ranger, anchored by a vivid 120Hz AMOLED display, stereo speakers, and dependable battery life backed by fast 45W charging. Its clearest trade-off is a camera app that reviewers consistently describe as slow, most notably a seven-second delay for automatic night-mode shots, alongside a capacity downgrade in both battery and camera resolution versus the previous M54. Buyers upgrading from older or entry-level phones see the clearest benefit; M54 owners and frequent low-light photographers should weigh the trade-offs carefully.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE3G2G
- RAM
- 8 GB
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