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Nothing
Nothing Phone (3)
- Unique transparent design
- Clean Nothing OS
- Useful Glyph interface
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A55
Best Value
0 /100
Our Verdict
The best mid-range phone you can buy. It has features that were flagship-only two years ago: AMOLED 120Hz, water resistance, and long software support. Camera is good but not great in low light.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent Super AMOLED display
- IP67 water resistance at this price
- 4 years of OS updates
- Great battery life
- Premium glass and metal build
Cons
- Camera struggles in low light
- No wireless charging
- Exynos chip lags behind Snapdragon
Specifications
Processor Samsung Exynos 1480
RAM 8 GB
Storage 128 GB / 256 GB + microSD
Display 6.6" Super AMOLED, 2340x1080, 120Hz, 1000 nits
Camera 50 MP main OIS + 12 MP ultrawide + 5 MP macro
Battery 5000 mAh, 25W wired
Operating System Android 14 (One UI 6.1)
Connectivity 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Where to Buy
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- Best-in-class computational photography
- 7 years of OS and security updates
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Galaxy A55 worth it over the A35?
Yes. The A55 has a faster chip, better main camera with OIS, and IP67 instead of IP67. The upgrade is worth the price difference.
Can it run heavy games?
It handles most games at medium settings. For demanding titles like Genshin Impact at max settings, you'll notice frame drops.
How many updates will it get?
Samsung promises 4 major Android updates and 5 years of security patches.