Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Samsung Galaxy A35: which one to choose?

Samsung is one of the leaders in the smartphone market, with its Galaxy A range offering powerful and affordable devices. Among the most recent models, we find the Galaxy A55 and the Galaxy A35, which look very similar, but also have some differences. So, which one is better to buy? Here is our comparison.

Design and dimensions

Both smartphones adopt Samsung’s new design language, called Key Island, which consists of integrating the volume and power buttons into a protrusion on the right side of the device. This gives an original and ergonomic look to the phones, which are otherwise quite similar. They both have a hole-punched screen at the top center, a glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), a plastic frame and a rectangular camera module at the rear. They are also both IP67 certified, which means they are resistant to dust and water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes.

Screen

Both smartphones have a Super AMOLED screen, which offers vivid colors, high contrasts and good brightness. They also have the same resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, which gives them a pixel density of 390 ppi for the A35 and 396 ppi for the A55. The difference is not noticeable to the naked eye, and both screens offer good sharpness.

The main difference between the two screens is the refresh rate, which is 120 Hz for both models. This means that the screen refreshes 120 times per second, which makes the animations more fluid and responsive. This is an advantage for games, videos and browsing. The Galaxy A55, however, has a HDR10+ screen, which allows it to display more contrasted and detailed images in dark and bright areas.

Performance

The Galaxy A55 and the Galaxy A35 are both equipped with an Exynos processor, manufactured by Samsung. The Galaxy A55 has an Exynos 1480, while the Galaxy A35 has an Exynos 1380. These two processors are engraved in 5 nm, which ensures them a good energy efficiency. They also have the same core configuration, with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.7 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. The difference lies in the GPU, which is a Mali-G68 MP5 for the A55 and a Mali-G68 MP4 for the A35. The GPU is the component that handles graphics, and the A55 therefore has an advantage for games and demanding applications.

Both smartphones are compatible with 5G, which allows them to enjoy the fastest mobile networks. They also have the same choice of internal memory, with 128 GB or 256 GB, expandable via a microSD port. On the other hand, the Galaxy A55 has more RAM, with 12 GB, versus 4, 6 or 8 GB for the Galaxy A35. The RAM allows to manage multitasking, and the A55 therefore has a better capacity to keep several applications open in the background.

Camera

Both smartphones have a 50-megapixel main camera, with an aperture of f/1.8, a phase detection autofocus and an optical image stabilization. They can take good quality photos, with faithful colors, precise details and a good rendering of contrasts. They can also record videos in 4K at 30 frames per second, or in 1080p at 60 frames per second.

The difference lies in the secondary lenses, which are three for both models. The Galaxy A55 has a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, with a field of view of 123 degrees, a 5-megapixel macro lens, for taking close-up photos, and a 2-megapixel depth lens, for creating a background blur effect. The Galaxy A35 has an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, with a field of view of 123 degrees, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth lens. The Galaxy A55 therefore has a better ultra-wide-angle lens and a better macro lens, which allows it to capture wider and more detailed images.

For selfies, the Galaxy A55 has an obvious advantage, with a 32-megapixel sensor, versus 13 megapixels for the Galaxy A35. The Galaxy A55 can therefore take sharper and brighter selfies, and record videos in 4K at 30 frames per second, versus 1080p at 30 frames per second for the Galaxy A35.

Battery and charging

Both smartphones have the same battery capacity, with 5000 mAh. This ensures them a good autonomy, which can reach two days in moderate use, or one day in intensive use. They also have the same charging power, with 25 W. This allows them to fully recharge in about an hour and a half. They are both delivered without a charger in the box, so you will have to buy one separately, or use a compatible charger that you already own.

Conclusion

The Galaxy A55 and the Galaxy A35 are two very close smartphones, which share many features, such as the design, the screen, the processor, the 5G, the battery and the charging. The Galaxy A55, however, stands out by a few elements, such as the GPU, the RAM, the camera and the HDR10+ screen. These elements give it a better performance, a better fluidity, a better image quality and a better multimedia experience. The Galaxy A55 is therefore the most sensible choice, if you are looking for the best value for money. The Galaxy A35 remains an interesting option, if you are looking for a cheaper smartphone, but which still offers good services.