Still the Best Midrange Phone of 2025?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G has quickly become one of Pakistan’s most talked-about midrange smartphones. Samsung positioned the A55 as a refined upgrade to the extremely successful Galaxy A54 — and with its metal frame, improved cameras, brighter AMOLED display, and significantly better performance, it’s easily one of the strongest contenders in the 100–130K price bracket.

But with rising competition from Xiaomi, Poco, Vivo, and Realme, does the Galaxy A55 still justify its premium midrange price? And more importantly — should Pakistani buyers choose it over the cheaper A35, faster Poco F6, or camera-focused Vivo V30?

⭐ Quick Summary: Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Pakistan)

Feature	Details
Price in Pakistan	PKR 110,000 – 130,000 (depending on stock & PTA status)
Display	6.6″ Super AMOLED, 120Hz
Chipset	Exynos 1480
Rear Camera	50MP + 12MP + 5MP
Selfie Camera	32MP
Battery	5000 mAh, 25W
Features	Gorilla Glass Victus+, IP67, Stereo Speakers
PTA Status	Approved & Non-Approved units available

🏆 Verdict (Short Summary)

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G remains the BEST midrange phone for the average Pakistani user who values:

✔ Premium build quality
✔ Long software support
✔ Better camera consistency
✔ Better resale value
✔ Reliable performance

Gamers, however, may prefer alternatives like Poco F6.

📱 Design & Build Quality — Now More Premium Than Ever

Samsung made a big shift this year: the A55 comes with an aluminum metal frame, giving it a solid and premium feel similar to the flagship S-series design language.

🔹 Improvements over A54:

Metal frame instead of plastic
Straighter edges (more modern look)
More durable construction
Gorilla Glass Victus+ on front

Pakistan-specific usage notes:

Metal frame resists yellowing and doesn’t get scratched easily
Victus+ glass improves durability for users who avoid screen protectors
The phone feels noticeably premium in hand, better than most Chinese competitors

In terms of durability, the A55 is IP67 water and dust resistant, which is extremely rare in this price range and very useful in Pakistan’s dusty environments.

Design Verdict: Among the best designs in midrange phones, very premium feel.

🌈 Display Quality — Bright, Punchy, and Flagship-Like

Samsung has again nailed the display game. The A55 features a:

🔹 6.6″ Super AMOLED Display, 120Hz Refresh Rate

Brighter than last year
Excellent outdoor visibility (important for Karachi/Lahore sunlight)
Deep blacks and punchy colors
HDR capability (limited, but better than A54)

Pakistan Usage Review:

Great for YouTube, Netflix, TikTok
Excellent for indoor/outdoor usage
Ideal for students and office use
Bright enough for cities with harsh sunlight

Display Verdict: Best in class in this price. Only curved competitors can match this visual appeal.

🚀 Performance & Benchmarks — Better Than A54, But Competition Exists

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is powered by the Exynos 1480, which brings a noticeable performance improvement compared to the Exynos 1380 in the A54.

🔹 Performance Highlights:

Smooth UI animations under One UI 6.1
No frame drops in daily use
Handles multitasking comfortably
Casual gaming (MLBB, Free Fire, COD) works smoothly

🔻 But There Are Competition Concerns:

Poco F6 (Snapdragon 8s Gen 3) offers much better gaming performance, making it a better choice for heavy gamers.

Benchmarks (Approx.)

Test	A55 Score
Antutu v10	650,000–700,000
Geekbench Single	~1,150
Geekbench Multi	~3,200

Gaming Performance:

PUBG Mobile: Smooth + 60fps (stable)
COD Mobile: Medium–High settings
Genshin Impact: Medium (occasional frame dips)

Performance Verdict:
Smooth for daily use; good but not class-leading for heavy gaming.

🎥 Camera Review — Samsung’s Strength Shines Again

🔹 Rear Camera Setup:

50MP (OIS) main
12MP ultrawide
5MP macro

Samsung’s camera processing is still more consistent compared to most midrange Chinese competitors.

🌞 Daylight Photos

Sharp, well-exposed images
Natural colors compared to Vivo
Better dynamic range than A35

🌙 Low-Light Photos

OIS helps stabilize night shots
Bright and detailed results
Less noise than Infinix/Tecno devices

🤳 32MP Selfie Camera

One of the best in this price
Good edge detection
Works well in low light with screen flash

🎥 Video Recording

4K 30fps front & back
Good stabilization
Best for vloggers under 130K

Camera Verdict: Top 2 cameras in its segment. Only Vivo V30 may beat it in portrait mode.

🔋 Battery Life & Charging — Solid Endurance

🔹 5000mAh battery

🔹 25W charging (same as before)

Battery easily lasts a full day even with heavy use.

Real Usage SOT:

7–8 hours (mixed usage)
6 hours (display at 120Hz)

Charging:

0–100% in 80–90 minutes
No charger in the box (Pakistan sellers include 3rd-party chargers sometimes)

Battery Verdict:
Excellent battery life. Charging could’ve been faster, but it’s acceptable.

🔊 Speakers & Multimedia — Excellent for TikTok/Netflix

Features:

Stereo speakers
Dolby Atmos
Strong vibration motor
Good Wi-Fi reception

Great for online classes, movies, and casual media consumption.

🇵🇰 PTA Status & Pricing in Pakistan (2025)

The A55 is available in both:

🔷 PTA Approved

Price: PKR 115,000 – 130,000

🔶 Non-PTA (Used/Imported)

Price: PKR 80,000 – 95,000

PTA tax for A55 (approx):

Passport: ~PKR 29,000
CNIC: ~PKR 38,000

Prices vary depending on exchange rate and stock availability.

🔍 A55 vs A35 — Quick Comparison for Pakistan Buyers

Feature	A55	A35
Build	Metal	Plastic
Performance	Better	Mid-level
Camera	Better	Good
Price	~115–130K	~80–92K

Conclusion:
If you can stretch your budget, the A55 is worth the upgrade.

🎯 Who Should Buy the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G in Pakistan?

Buy if you want:

✔ A premium design
✔ Reliable 50MP OIS camera
✔ Long-term updates (Samsung’s 4 OS upgrades)
✔ Best display in midrange
✔ Water resistance (IP67)
✔ Strong resale value

Don’t Buy if you want:

❌ Best performance for gaming → Get Poco F6
❌ Fastest charging → Consider Infinix Note 40
❌ Cheaper Samsung → A35 is still good

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G — Pakistan