Samsung Galaxy M55

Samsung Galaxy M55 5G in Kenya

The Samsung Galaxy M55 price in Kenya is Ksh 40,000. Samsung Galaxy M55 5G  runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4nm) processor with Adreno 644 GPU. The phone has 8 GB RAM and 128GB or 256 GB of internal storage which is expandable using microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot). The Galaxy M54 5G has a 6.7-inch, 1080 x 2400 pixels Super AMOLED display with a pixel density of 393 ppi. It has Gorilla Glass protection as well.

Coming to cameras, it has a 50 MP rear camera and a 50 MP front camera for selfies. It has a USB Type-C port for data syncing and charging. There is a fingerprint sensor present on the Galaxy M55 5G as well, along with a magnetic field sensor (compass), gyroscope sensor, proximity sensor, and accelerometer sensor. It is a dual SIM smartphone with support for 5G LTE, USB OTG, Wi-Fi, and GPS too. The Galaxy M54 5G runs on Android 14 on top of One UI 6.1 and all this is powered by a 5000 mAh battery that supports 25w fast charging. It measures ‎163.9 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm (height x width x thickness) with a total weight of 180 grams including the battery.

Samsung Galaxy M55 specs

Brand	Samsung
Model	Galaxy M55
Status	Coming soon
Release date	2024, April
BODY
Dimensions	163.9 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm (6.45 x 3.01 x 0.31 in)
Weight	180 g (6.35 oz)
Colors	Dark Blue, Light Green
Body Material	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
SIMs	Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Water & Dust	No
DISPLAY
Size	6.7 inches
Type	Super AMOLED+, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM)
Resolutions	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio
PPI	385 ppi density
Multi touch	Yes
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
NETWORKS
2G	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G
GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
CAMERA
Rear Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Videos	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Front	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8″, 0.8µm 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
HARDWARE
OS	Android 14
Chipset	Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (1×2.4 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.36 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 644
RAM	8GB / 12GB
Storage	128GB / 256GB
Card Slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
BATTERY
Type	Li-Po
Capacity	5000 mAh
Removable	Non-Removable
Talk Time	N/A
Stand By	N/A
Charging	wired
WirelessCharging	No
COMMONS
Sound	Loudspeaker Yes 3.5mm Jack Yes
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Bluetooth	5.4, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Wi Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)

Samsung Galaxy M55 Overview

The Samsung Galaxy M55 is an upgrade from its predecessor the Samsung Galaxy M54. The phone was released on March 28, 2024,  and it has major upgrades. The main improvements are seen in the design and the incredible display of the phone. Coupled with the fact that it has a whooping 50MP wide lens that takes good photos with a 5000mAh battery that ensures your phone is always connected to power. Let us review this phone and check if it is worth your money.

The Samsung Galaxy M55 Build

• Design: Super AMOLED+
• Display:6.7 inches
• Color:  Dark Blue, Light Green

Design

The Samsung Galaxy M55 comes with an exceptional and sleek design. The phone is available in our Phone stores in Kenya in two color options Light Blue and Light Gray. One thing is for certain, the Galaxy M55 is designed to grab your eye’s attention straight from the box. The Galaxy M55 is slim and light. The phone weighs 180 grams giving you a good distribution when you hold it in your hands.

The back of the Samsung Galaxy M55 is protected by a plastic frame while the front has a glass. You also get a triple camera module that hosts a 50-wide lens, 8 MP ultrawide lens and a 2 MP macro lens that makes the phone stand out. On the sides of the Samsung Galaxy M55, you get power buttons and volume rockers. These are responsive when you want to adjust the audio settings in the Samsung Galaxy M55 phone. On the bottom, you get a dual stereo speaker with Hi-Res audio support.

Display and Visual Experience

The front of the Samsung Galaxy M55 is made up of a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED. You also get a 90Hz refresh rate that allows you to have a smooth experience on your phone. The display of the Galaxy M55 is curved with minimal bezels at the sides. Providing you with an immersive visual experience. The display of the Galaxy M55 comes with a peak brightness. This gives you a bright, sharp, and responsive visual experience. Especially when you are watching the content on social media, or even browsing the internet.

When it comes to security, you have an in-display fingerprint sensor with the Samsung Galaxy M55. This enables you to primarily lock your phone. You can also choose to unlock it using the PIN code or facial recognition.

The Samsung Galaxy M55 Cameras

• Main Camera: 50 MP (wide), 8 MP (ultrawide), 2 MP (macro)
• Front Camera: 50 MP
• Video(Main/Front): 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, OIS

Main-lens camera system

At the back, you will find a 50 MP wide primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). During the day or when the light conditions are good, the photos captured with the 50MP primary camera lens offer you a good dynamic range with decent attention to detail. You will be happy with the quality of images and videos you capture with this camera.

The main camera offers an f/1.8 aperture and support for optical image stabilization. This enables the Samsung Galaxy M55 to give you a good performance even when the light conditions are low. You also get additional features such as Super Night mode that add some brightness to shots taken with the main camera. You also get a 8 MP ultrawide camera with a focal lens of 2.2 shooter that gives impressive performance when taking content during the day. Samsung ensured to include a 2 MP macro lens with a focal lens of 2.4 camera that comes in handy when you are taking photographs of tiny images.

Front Camera Specifications

At the front, you will get a  50 MP sensor for capturing high-resolution selfies. The front camera provides you with impressive selfie photos and portrait photos that have enough details. You also get color reproduction that separates your subjects. Samsung ensured to include an eye autofocus, that allows allows the phone to focus on your eyes when taking selfies.

The Samsung Galaxy M55 Performance

• Processor (CPU, GPU, RAM): Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4 nm)
• Storage: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
• OS: Android 14, One UI 6.1

Chipset

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy M55 is powered up by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. This phone comes with several storage options, some of which include 12 GB RAM with 256 GB. You can also purchase the 8 GB RAM with 128 GB of internal storage. Whatever storage option you pick you can also extend the internal storage of your phone with the slot MicroSD card up to 1TB. This additional memory simply enhances the overall performance of your device. While providing you with ample space for your photos, apps, and videos.

CPU and GPU

The chipset also comes with a quad-core high-performance Cortex-A710. Running at 2.4GHz clock speed, with another set of quad-core power-efficient Cortex-A510. There are currently not many smartphones in the market using this type of chipset.

To complete this combo, the Samsung Galaxy M55 comes with an Adreno 644 GPU. One thing is for certain, the hardware combination of the Samsung Galaxy M55 provides you with a great performance during gaming or multitasking.

OS

The Samsung Galaxy M55 comes with Android 14 with One UI 6.1. This provides you with a smooth software experience. Especially when you are installing and customizing the mobile applications. You also get special functions such as

• Always-on Display features
• Gestures
• Multi-window
• smart panel

The Samsung Galaxy M55 Battery

• Capacity: Li-Po 5000 mAh
• Charging Speed: 45W wired

When it comes to battery, the Samsung Galaxy M55 is powered by a 5,000 mAh non-removable battery. The battery supports 45W PD 3.0 fast charging and offers you a reliable battery life. Samsung says that you can recharge your phone to 100 percent in less than 120 minutes. Making it quite convenient if you are in a rush to charge your phone.

If you are not using the phone on a maximum refresh rate with the nits at its peak then the battery can comfortably last you the whole 24-hour day. When you need to recharge it in less than 1 hour you are back to a fully charged Samsung Galaxy M55 in your hand.

The Samsung Galaxy M55 Summary

The Samsung Galaxy M55 is a great phone with a lot to offer. Here is a summary of its key features, benefits, and why it’s a perfect fit for the target audience:

Key features:

• The Galaxy M55 boasts a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
• The phone comes with its massive 5000mAh battery, the Samsung Galaxy M55 ensures you stay connected all day long.
• Capture stunning moments with the 50MP triple rear camera.
• The phone features a stylish design with a glass front and a plastic back.
• It runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Benefits:

• Impressive Display: This means you’ll enjoy vibrant colors, smooth animations, and an immersive viewing experience1.
• High-Resolution Camera:  Whether it’s wide-angle shots, ultrawide perspectives, or detailed macros, the Galaxy M55 delivers impressive photography.
• Powerful Battery: With its massive 5000mAh battery, the Galaxy M55 ensures you stay connected all day long. Plus, it supports 45W fast charging, so you can juice up quickly when needed.
• Sleek Design:  It’s slim, lightweight, and comfortable to hold, making it a great companion for daily use.
• Smooth Performance: Powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset and equipped with up to 8GB RAM, the Galaxy M55 handles multitasking, gaming, and app launches seamlessly.

Conclusion

If you are someone who is seeking a well-balanced mid-range smartphone under Ksh 40,000. Then the Samsung Galaxy M55 should be on your radar. You get incredible value for your money with an exceptional design and a vibrant display. Couple that up with the powerful performance, and capable camera that you are getting. This mid-range smartphone stands out in the crowded smartphone market. With the Samsung Galaxy M55, you will be purchasing a dependable phone while getting value for your money.

Check out more Samsung smartphones in Kenya.