Samsung Galaxy M55 smartphone review

Samsung Galaxy M55 Smartphone Review: Samsung M series phones are often found in the killer segment of flagships as they offer impeccable specifications, attractive designs, and features good enough to compete with your flagship device. Last year, the company launched the Samsung Galaxy M54 with a solid specification with the above features and functions. However, the Galaxy M55 is completely upgraded from the previous variant as the company adds advanced hardware and software inside. Unlike the previous year’s model, you get several surprises.

One of them would be the latest Android interface and a powerful hardware configuration. However, the phone needs improvements when it comes to the camera department. But still, the software handles photos and videos correctly. At the same time, the company also focuses on bringing more value to users and offers faster charging speed with this device. Now the question is whether it is a good decision to buy the Samsung Galaxy M55. So, let’s delve into the Samsung Galaxy M55 review to get more details about this smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy M55 smartphone review

Reflexes

1. The Galaxy M55 arrives with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel with a bright display and a 120Hz refresh rate.
2. In the hardware section, the device brings the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset under the hood.
3. You will get Android 14 operating system based on One UI 6.1 custom skin.
4. A decent 50MP triple camera will appear as the primary camera setup, while the phone also offers a 50MP secondary lens.
5. The device supports wired charging up to 45W for the 5000mAh battery configuration.

Design and display

Not that Samsung phones are known for their minimalist design, which gives them a premium feel. Unlike other brands, the company offers a smooth back panel with a solid or gradient paint on the back panel. With the Samsung Galaxy M55, the user will get two beautiful color variants, the dark blue and light green variant. They both look great with the unique color, however, the camera module looks more or less the same as last year’s model.

On the other hand, the build quality of Samsung devices is exceptionally good. Although the M series usually comes with a plastic body, which is also the case with the Galaxy M55. When you hold the phone, you won’t feel it as heavy and the side panel is not as thick compared to other phones. However, the front screen has slightly thick bezels. However, the punch-hole camera is barely visible on the 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel.

Through this screen, you can easily view FHD resolution content without any problem. In addition to this, the screen correctly manages RBG color and offers up to 1000 nits of brightness. It allows users to view screen content even in broad daylight. At the same time, the touch response is also improved thanks to the input of the 120 Hz refresh rate. Last but not least, the screen equips a fingerprint scanner under the screen.

Memory and internal

Samsung smartphones are known for providing quick Android updates so that users can enjoy new and interesting features. With the Samsung Galaxy M55, you get Android 14 out of the box, with a custom One UI 6.1 skin. You’ll find a wide range of applications and software support from Samsung to make general use convenient. There are tons of apps like Samsung Pay, Knox Security, Galaxy AI and many other things inside the custom skin.

All those cool features allow users to adjust the user interface according to their needs by adding custom widgets and apps. Alongside this, you will find the 4nm Qualcomm SM7450-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, which will provide 5G connectivity and offer a stealth speed of up to 1×2.4GHz with the octa-core process. It’s not your average smartphone processor. But still, the phone has issues with CPU overclocking, which causes frequent heating issues.

Generally, you will not notice any particular problems during use. But intense gaming sessions will push the limits of the octa-core processor to its full potential. Over time, it will heat up the system and cause an overheating problem. Although, normal gameplay will not face any problem. You can choose this device with 128GB to 256GB storage that offers decent 8GB RAM support. Both are enough to store your favorite apps, media and other important files.

Camera

The camera department has improved drastically on the M series with the new implementation of AI software. At the same time, the Galaxy M55 offers stunning daylight photography, while optical image stabilization provides stable image quality. As for low beams, you can rely on night mode to some extent. But it won’t produce clear, noise-free photos. But still, it’s nice to see that the camera app can handle vibrant colors and contrasts.

As for the specifications, the device offers a triple camera setup, including a 50MP primary, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle, and a 2MP macro. Apart from this, there is also a 50MP selfie camera on the front. Although the camera lenses are average, Samsung did not compromise on image quality. You’ll notice dynamic range colors, sharp contrast, and accurate saturation with fine details in almost every shot.

On the other hand, the video recording aspect of the Galaxy M55 is decent as users can record videos up to 4K. Additionally, the main camera setup can capture videos with the right video stabilization software so that the overall results are smooth. In addition to this, there are multiple video recording modes within the native camera app from which you can record cinematic, portrait, autofocus, slow motion and time-lapse videos.

Battery and others

The Samsung Galaxy M55 comes with a standard 5000 mAh battery configuration. Powers the phone and provides up to 6 hours of screen time for normal activities, including gaming, social media use, and streaming content. However, screen time may vary depending on each user’s daily screen usage habits. Still, the battery life is not too bad for daily activities.

On the other hand, it is good to see that the company has improved the charging speed from the standard 18W charging support to 45W wired charging. Through this, users can use their phone’s fast charger and Recharge 80% of the battery in less than 30 minutes. Additionally, the device can be charged overnight with the advanced charging software used by Samsung.

‘The phone also offers a stereo speaker with quite good audio output. However, the phone did not have a 3.5mm jack to support gaming or multimedia activities. But still, the company added necessary Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC (depending on the market). Now, let’s talk about the price, the starting price of Samsung Galaxy M55 is $395 (Rs 32,990 in India) approximately.

Pros and cons of the Samsung Galaxy M55

Detail of the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy M55

Below you can see the Samsung Galaxy M55 Smartphone Full Specifications.

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy M55 smartphone comes with pretty solid specs, including good software, decent battery life, and attractive camera results. All of those factors are great and the phone offers an impressive display so streaming content won’t be a hassle. But still, there are some aspects that this phone lacks. For example, the device did not have a decent build quality, which gives a low-cost feel even though it is a mid-range phone.

On the other hand, the camera software fails when it comes to low-light photography. At the same time, the performance department is also excellent compared to other mid-range phones that even offer Snapdragon chipsets in the same price range. But if you are looking for an alternative smartphone, you can go for an alternative option like Vivo iQOO Neo 9 which would be a fantastic option. It would offer excellent build quality, incredible software customization, and better performance. But still, consider all the factors to make a wise decision based on your needs.