Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro: How the two affordable premium Android phones compare

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro

Here is the complete Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro smartphone comparison. Samsung Galaxy A Series is one of the most popular smartphone series currently available in the market. Last year, the South Korean Giant expanded its mid-range A-series with two new smartphones — Galaxy A55 and A35. The more expensive Samsung Galaxy A55 starts at Rs 39,999 and is the first mid-range Smartphone from Samsung to come with 12GB RAM. However, the 12GB RAM variant is priced at Rs 45,999.

Samsung Galaxy A55 Features

The smartphone features

  • a Full HD+ display
  • an Exynos chipset
  • a 50MP camera setup
  • supports 25W charging

Samsung Galaxy A55 is already available in India. On the other hand, Chinese smartphone maker Vivo launched its latest V30 series which also includes two smartphones — the Vivo V30 and the V30 Pro. Also Read: ASUS ROG Zephyrus G6X Gaming Desktop Launched with Powerful Specifications

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A35 launched alongside the premium android smartphone, Galaxy A55

Vivo V30 Series Features

The higher-priced V30 Pro starts at Rs 41,999 and also comes in a 12GB option that is priced at Rs 45,999. This smartphone is already available for sale and sports a curved AMOLED display, much better camera capabilities and 80W fast charging. Here’s how the two mid-range smartphones compare:

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro

Feature Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
Vivo V30 Pro
Display 6.6-inch FHD+ (1080×2340), 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ 6.78-inch AMOLED (1260×2800), 120Hz, Up to 2800 nits
Processor Exynos 1480 MediaTek Dimensity 8200
RAM Up to 12GB Up to 12GB
Storage 128GB or 256GB (Expandable up to 1TB) 256GB or 512GB
Operating System Android 14 with One UI 6.1 Android 14 with FuntouchOS 14
Rear Camera 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 5MP macro 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto
Front Camera 32MP 50MP
Battery 5000mAh with 25W fast charging 5000mAh with 80W fast charging
Water Resistance IP67 Dust and splash resistant coating
Starting Price (India) Rs 39,999 Rs 41,999

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro: What’s the difference?

Audio

Audio Features
Dolby Atmos
Audio Jack
USB Type-CUSB Type-C
Loudspeaker
YesYes
Stereo Speakers
Yes

Battery

Capacity
5000 mAh5000 mAh
Quick Charging
Yes, Fast, 25WYes, Flash, 80W: 100 % in 48 minutes
Removable
NoNo
Type
Li-ionLi-ion
USB Type-C
YesYes

Camera

Autofocus
NoYes
Flash
NoYes, Smart Aura Light
Front Camera
32 MP50 MP
Image Resolution
8150 x 6150 Pixels8150 x 6150 Pixels
Rear Camera
50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP50 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP
Shooting Modes
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Macro ModeContinuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) SuperMoon
Video Recording
3840×2160 @ 30 fps3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps
Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro
AMOLED display on the premium segment, Vivo V30 Pro Smartphone

Design

Build Material
Back: Gorilla GlassBack: Mineral Glass
Colours
Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome NavyClassic Black, Andaman Blue
Protection
Dust proofDust proof
Weight
213 grams188 grams

Dimensions

Height
161.1 mm164.36 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm7.45 mm
Width
77.4 mm75.1 mm

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Display

Aspect Ratio
19.5:920:9
Bezel-less display
Yes with punch-hole displayYes with punch-hole display
Brightness
550 nits
Display Type
Super AMOLEDAMOLED
Pixel Density
390 ppi453 ppi
Refresh Rate
120 Hz120 Hz
Resolution
32 MP f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(26 mm focal length, 2.74″ sensor size, 0.8µm pixel size)50 MP f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(20 mm focal length, 2.7″ sensor size, 0.64µm pixel size)
Screen Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus PlusYes
Screen Size
6.6 inches (16.76 cm)6.78 inches (17.22 cm)
Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand)
86.5 %
Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro, Galaxy A55 smartphone runs on One UI

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro General

Brand
Samsungvivo
Custom UI
Samsung One UIFuntouch OS
Launch Date
March 14, 2024March 7, 2024
Operating System
Android v14Android v14
SAR Value
Head: 1.148 W/kgHead: 0.990 W/kg, Body: 0.975 W/kg

Network & Connectivity

Bluetooth
Yes, v5.3Yes, v5.3
GPS
Yes with A-GPS, GlonassYes with A-GPS, Glonass
NFC
YesNo
Network Support
5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India
SIM 1
5G Bands: FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N7 / N8 / N26 / N28 / N66 TDD N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 13) / 700(band 17) / 800(band 20) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz5G Bands: FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28 TDD N40 / N77 / N78 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
SIM 2
5G Bands: FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N7 / N8 / N26 / N28 / N66 TDD N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 13) / 700(band 17) / 800(band 20) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz5G Bands: FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28 TDD N40 / N77 / N78 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
SIM Size
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid)SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano
SIM Slot(s)
Dual SIM, GSM+GSMDual SIM, GSM+GSM, Dual VoLTE
VoLTE
YesYes
Wi-Fi
Yes, Wi-Fi 6EYes, Wi-Fi 5

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro Performance

Graphics
AMD Xclipse 530Mali-G610 MC6
Processor
Samsung Exynos 1480MediaTek Dimensity 8200 MT6896Z
RAM
8 GB8 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR5LPDDR5X

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor
YesYes
Other Sensors
Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, GyroscopeLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope

Storage

Expandable Memory
Yes, Up to 1 TBNo
Internal Memory
128 GB256 GB
Storage Type
UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
User Available Storage
Up to 109 GB

Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro: Final Verdict

Vivo V30 Pro has a larger AMOLED display with higher peak brightness and has a more powerful processor. The Vivo phone also offers a higher base storage option (256GB) and comes with a telephoto lens. Vivo V30 Pro also offers faster 80W charging than the Samsung Galaxy A55’s 25W charging. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S21 FE production reportedly halted due to component shortage

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