Samsung Galaxy A55 vs. Samsung Galaxy A35

Samsung’s sturdy presence within the mid-range phase is primarily outlined by the Galaxy A3x and A5x sequence, so it is pure for folks to marvel which one fits their wants.

This yr’s Galaxy A55 and A35 each carry respectable upgrades in comparison with their predecessors. However regardless of their appreciable worth hole, the Galaxy A55 and A35 are extra related than you’d assume. A lot in order that the Galaxy A35 is nearly an identical to the A55’s predecessor, the A54. Talking of, we’ve got a versus article on that subject as properly.

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However earlier than we take a deeper dive, let’s evaluate the specs sheets first, after which be at liberty to take a look at our editor’s evaluation within the following textual content.

Dimension comparability

The Galaxy A55 and A35 are virtually an identical in dimension, which is anticipated given their shared display screen diagonal. The distinction is inside a few millimeters, so primarily, the 2 handsets will really feel the identical in hand.

That is very true contemplating the design as properly. Each are constructed across the identical design language with flat aspect frames, flat backs and protruding digicam lenses.

They’re additionally each IP67-certified in opposition to water and mud.

What units them aside is that Samsung has included higher-grade supplies on the Galaxy A55. It has a Gorilla Glass Victus+ safety on the entrance, Gorilla Glass on the again, and an aluminum aspect body, whereas the Galaxy A35 settles for a plastic body and common glass again. It is nonetheless Gorilla Glass Victus+ that adorns the entrance for additional peace of thoughts.

Show comparability

The 2 handsets characteristic two an identical shows – 6.6″ in dimension, 1080p+ decision, and 120Hz refresh charge, they usually can each enhance as much as round 1,000 nits, which is sufficient for considerably comfy out of doors use even on a vibrant sunny day.

Nonetheless, the costlier Galaxy A55 provides HDR10+ video certification as properly, which lets you watch Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube movies in HDR, so long as the content material is compliant with the HDR normal, after all.

We really feel just like the Galaxy A35 may have gotten HDR10+ assist as properly, however Samsung most likely selected to make a notable characteristic segregation on this division.

Battery life

Relating to battery life, although, we’ve got a transparent winner right here. The Galaxy A55 provides extra hours away from the wire by reaching an Lively Use Rating of 13:27h, adopted intently by the Galaxy A35 with 12:26h.

Each units share the identical 5,000 mAh battery, run on the identical software program and have what look like the identical shows, so the higher effectivity probably comes courtesy of the brand new Exynos 1480 chipset contained in the Galaxy A55. The A35 settles for the older Exynos 1380 present in final yr’s Galaxy A54.

Wanting nearer on the outcomes from every class, we discover one thing value mentioning. For example, the Galaxy A35 lasted longer in our gaming situation, and it obtained near the A55’s net looking/social community runtime. Nonetheless, the Galaxy A55 comes out on prime with a major lead over its cheaper sibling due to its longer 4G name occasions and video playback.

Charging pace

The Galaxy A55 and A35 each assist the identical charging capabilities – 25W over PD 3.0 with PPS. Neither has a charger included within the retail package deal, so that you’d have to purchase one individually from Samsung or use a third-party one which helps 25W charging over Energy Supply. Both approach, you’ll be getting unimpressive charging speeds from each handsets.

Curiously sufficient, the Galaxy A55 completes its full charging cycle from 0 to 100% about 23 minutes sooner, however the A35 is nearly as quick because the A55 on the 15-minute and 30-minute mark.

Speaker take a look at

The 2 midrangers share the identical speaker’s configuration – hybrid setups with one bottom-facing speaker and one which doubles as an earpiece as properly.

On the subject of loudness, the 2 are very shut. The Galaxy A55 earns a “Very Good” rating with -25.7 LUFS, which is only a tad louder than the “Good” loudness rating of -26.1 LUFS. In observe, there is not any noticeable distinction.

The tuning is sort of totally different, although. The Galaxy A55 has a fuller sound due to the extra distinguished bass, whereas the A35’s vocals pop a bit extra. Nonetheless, we’d take the A55’s audio system, which are not simply higher than the A35’s, however they’re good usually.

Efficiency

The Galaxy A55 this yr sports activities a more recent, way more promising Exynos 1480, based mostly on Samsung’s 4nm EUV manufacturing course of, whereas the Galaxy A35 will get to make use of the predecessor, the Exynos 1380.

One of many greatest upgrades the brand new Exynos 1480 brings is the brand new GPU. It is an Xclipse 530 co-developed with AMD. Notably, that is the primary mid-range GPU based mostly on the RDNA 2 structure, and it replaces the older Mali-G68 MP5 GPU discovered within the Exynos 1380.

Reminiscence configurations are fairly related, however the base one for the Galaxy A55 has 8GB of RAM, whereas the A35 provides 6GB by default. The highest-tier iterations stand up to 12GB/256GB and 8GB/256GB, respectively.

In pure CPU benchmarks, the Exynos 1480 reveals about 14% enhance in efficiency, whereas a mixed take a look at reveals a substantial 20% soar in efficiency. Within the GPU-heavy workloads, the hole is even larger, with the Galaxy A55 outperforming the Galaxy A35 by virtually 40% (in accordance with 3DMark Wild Life).

And final, however not least, the Galaxy A55 handles heavy and extended workloads higher than the A35. One would assume that the extra highly effective SoC will trigger thermal points, however the A55 was rock-solid all through our CPU and GPU stress take a look at and did not present any signal of thermal throttling. The Galaxy A35, however, demonstrated a small dip in efficiency – nonetheless smaller than the older A54’s, which has the identical chipset.

Digicam comparability

The Galaxy A35 and A55 have related digicam setups. Their major cameras are each 50MP with f/1.8 aperture. Nonetheless, each cameras characteristic OIS and have strong video stabilization. Nonetheless, the Galaxy A55 has an even bigger 1/1.56″, 1.0µm sensor in comparison with 1/1.96″ on the A35.

The A55 additionally has a higher-resolution 12MP ultrawide digicam at its disposal, in comparison with the 8MP unit on the A35. Neither has autofocus, sadly.

The third digicam on the again of each fashions is a 5MP macro shooter with mounted focus.

On the entrance, the A55, as soon as once more, has a a lot increased decision digicam (32MP). The A35 settles for a 13MP one. Neither has autofocus, however each can seize 4K selfie video.

Picture high quality

The 2 units supply related picture high quality in the course of the day. Except for some nook softness noticed on our Galaxy A55 unit, the 2 telephones take virtually an identical stills right down to processing, colours, and so forth. Curiously sufficient, the Galaxy A35 takes nicer 2x images as they’re significantly sharper and extra detailed, even when barely noisier.

Galaxy A55: 0.5x • 1x • 2x

Galaxy A35: 0.5x • 1x • 2x

To our shock, the ultrawide cameras additionally supply related high quality. The A55 has barely higher distinction, although, and wider subject of view.

We got here to virtually the identical conclusions relating to nighttime pictures. The A55 and A35 present virtually an identical processing, sharpness, element, distinction and dynamic vary with their predominant cameras, however the A55 takes barely higher 2x images. The A35’s 2x samples look bland. The ultrawide on the A55 edges out with a tad higher processing as properly.

Video high quality

In a direct video recording comparability, the A55 is the clear winner. Not solely does it produce livelier and sharper movies with its predominant digicam, however the ultrawide shooter helps 4K movies, which look lots higher than the Full HD movies taken with the A35’s ultrawide snapper.

Galaxy A55: 0.5x • 1x • 2x

Galaxy A35: 0.5x • 1x • 2x

Galaxy A55 video: 0.5x • 1x

Galaxy A35 video: 0.5x • 1x

Verdict

It seems Samsung’s new Galaxy A55 and A35 are extra alike than totally different, which usually would make it laborious to justify the A55’s increased price ticket. The duo at present promote at round €100 distinction (or INR 10,000 in India) and as usually, it is determined by what you’re on the lookout for.

Get the Galaxy A55 if you’re on the lookout for additional horsepower underneath the hood (higher CPU and GPU efficiency), nicer video recording capabilities, longer battery life and better-sounding stereo audio system.

Nonetheless, one may argue that the Galaxy A35 can get you fairly near what you’re on the lookout for with out breaking the financial institution. Particularly if you’re not significantly desirous about video recording.