Samsung128 GB
Galaxy S24 FE
6.7″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Samsung Exynos 2400e
128 GB · Blue · UK SM-S721BLBDEUBFull product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Samsung Galaxy S24 FE vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Galaxy S24 FE if…
- you want the higher IP68 water-resistance class (vs IP67) Source: Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product page (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer published security-update window: until October 2031 vs March 2028 Source: Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the faster stated USB data standard: USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0 Source: Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUB (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy A55 5G if…
- you want a larger battery: 5,000 vs 4,700 mAh Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 32 vs 10 MP Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung128 GB
Galaxy A55 5G
6.6″ · Super AMOLED · 120 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)
128 GB · Awesome Iceblue · UK SM-A556BLBAEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
The same weight.
Published device weight, without a case.
- Galaxy S24 FE
- 213g
- Galaxy A55 5G
- 213g
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
Galaxy S24 FE
0.1″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Galaxy S24 FE
- 6.7″
- Galaxy A55 5G
- 6.6″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Galaxy S24 FE
- 3×From the published optical-zoom listing
- Galaxy A55 5G
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 28 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Up to 28h
- Galaxy A55 5G
- Up to 28h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
25 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsGalaxy S24 FESamsung Exynos 2400e
Galaxy A55 5GOcta-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Deca-core; CPU clock groups: 3.1 / 2.9 / 2.6 / 1.95 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBSamsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product pageGalaxy A55 5G
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsGalaxy S24 FE4700 mAh
Galaxy A55 5G5000 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
Galaxy S24 FERear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP; Front: 10 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Galaxy A55 5GRear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP; Front: 32 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Video recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Galaxy S24 FE6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Galaxy A55 5G6.6-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Measured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Measured as a full rectangle: 168.3 mm (6.6-inch); 163.7 mm (6.4-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
Galaxy S24 FEWi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Galaxy A55 5GWi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
Galaxy S24 FESecurity updates until 31 October 2031
Galaxy A55 5GSecurity updates until 31 March 2028
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Taken from the Security Update Period (Valid until) row of Samsung's UK specification. This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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USB connection
Galaxy S24 FEUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Galaxy A55 5GUSB Type-C; USB 2.0
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
Galaxy S24 FE4700 mAh
Galaxy A55 5G5000 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 28 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 28 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
Galaxy S24 FE10.0 MP
Galaxy A55 5G32.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsGalaxy S24 FEIP68
Galaxy A55 5GIP67
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product pageGalaxy A55 5G
Samsung states IPX4/IP67 under IEC 60529: spray test (IPX4) and submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes (IP67). Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance may diminish over time.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
Galaxy S24 FEDynamic AMOLED 2X
Galaxy A55 5GSuper AMOLED
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front Camera - F Number
Galaxy S24 FEF2.4
Galaxy A55 5GF2.2
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Front Camera - Resolution
Galaxy S24 FE10.0 MP
Galaxy A55 5G32.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Location Technology
Galaxy S24 FEGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, NavIC, QZSS
Galaxy A55 5GGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Galaxy S24 FE50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP
Galaxy A55 5G50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Rear Camera - Zoom
Galaxy S24 FEOptical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Galaxy A55 5GDigital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Samsung DeX Support
Galaxy S24 FEYes
Galaxy A55 5GNo
Sources
Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Sensors
Galaxy S24 FEAccelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Galaxy A55 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
SIM Slot Type
Galaxy S24 FESIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Galaxy A55 5GSIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Slow Motion
Galaxy S24 FE240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Galaxy A55 5G240fps @HD
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
USB Version
Galaxy S24 FEUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Galaxy A55 5GUSB 2.0
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Video Playing Resolution
Galaxy S24 FEUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Galaxy A55 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Video Recording Resolution
Galaxy S24 FEUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Galaxy A55 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wi-Fi
Galaxy S24 FE802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Galaxy A55 5G802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
Galaxy S24 FE6.7 in
Galaxy A55 5G6.6 in
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Small physical differences (4)
Dimensions
Galaxy S24 FE162.0 x 77.3 x 8.0 mm (height × width × depth)
Galaxy A55 5G161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Height
Galaxy S24 FE162 mm
Galaxy A55 5G161.1 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
Galaxy S24 FE8 mm
Galaxy A55 5G8.2 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsGalaxy S24 FE77.3 mm
Galaxy A55 5G77.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (5)
Available Storage (GB)
Galaxy S24 FE104.5
Galaxy A55 5G109.5
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Galaxy S24 FEUK SM-S721BLBDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Galaxy A55 5GUK SM-A556BLBAEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs or nano-SIM + eSIM; the second nano-SIM slot is shared with microSD)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
4G FDD LTE
Galaxy S24 FEB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Galaxy A55 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
5G FDD Sub6
Galaxy S24 FEN1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Galaxy A55 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Infra
Galaxy S24 FE2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
Galaxy A55 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (23)
Front Camera - OIS
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNo
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
High Brightness Mode
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5G1000 nits
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Samsung footnote: 1,000 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode). Manufacturer figure, not a measured peak brightness.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory card support
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GYes
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Android OS upgrade commitment
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Samsung's UK A55 page shows 'Built to last with 4x OS upgrades', but the sentence beside it names the Galaxy A35 5G, so the A55's own upgrade commitment is not clearly stated.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer charging claim
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GSuper Fast Charging; Samsung's matching wall charger is 25W (sold separately)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Samsung names the 25W Super Fast Charging wall charger but gives no charge-time claim. Not a measured charging rate.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
Galaxy S24 FE3×
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBGalaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published peak brightness
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G SDL Sub6
Galaxy S24 FEN75(1500+)
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A55 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GUp to 79
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Galaxy S24 FEAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A55 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
Galaxy S24 FEB
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A55 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
External Storage Support
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GMicroSD (Up to 1TB)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Flash
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNo
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GUp to 25
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GUp to 24
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Galaxy S24 FE2000
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A55 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Galaxy S24 FEYes
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A55 5G
Samsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Galaxy S24 FENot verified
Galaxy A55 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 FE
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
36 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs95 specificationsGalaxy S24 FEGalaxy A55 5G
Galaxy S24 FEGalaxy A55 5GWeight
Sources
213g
213g
WidthDiffers
Sources
77.3mm
77.4mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8mm
8.2mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
162.0 x 77.3 x 8.0 mm (height × width × depth)
161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
Sources
162 mm
161.1 mm
Form factor
Sources
slab
slab
ColourDiffers
Sources
Blue
Awesome Iceblue
Form Factor
Sources
Touchscreen Bar
Touchscreen Bar
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.6″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
6.6-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 168.3 mm (6.6-inch); 163.7 mm (6.4-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Main display resolution
Sources
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
16M
16M
High Brightness Mode
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
Not verified
1000 nitsSamsung footnote: 1,000 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode). Manufacturer figure, not a measured peak brightness.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GNo source recorded
3×From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
3
3
8K video recording
Sources
Yes
Not verifiedSamsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Rear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP; Front: 10 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Rear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP; Front: 32 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
10.0 MP
32.0 MP
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)Differs
Sources
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera ZoomDiffers
Sources
Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - ResolutionDiffers
Sources
10.0 MP
32.0 MP
Front Camera - F NumberDiffers
Sources
F2.4
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
Yes
Yes
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
No
No
Front Camera - OIS
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
No
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
28 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
28 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
4700 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 28 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 28 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
Sources
4700 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GNo source recorded
2000
Not verified
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 79
Manufacturer charging claim
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
Not verified
Super Fast Charging; Samsung's matching wall charger is 25W (sold separately)Samsung names the 25W Super Fast Charging wall charger but gives no charge-time claim. Not a measured charging rate.
Update policyDiffers
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
Security updates until 31 October 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Security updates until 31 March 2028Taken from the Security Update Period (Valid until) row of Samsung's UK specification. This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Stereo Support
Sources
Yes
Yes
Samsung DeX SupportDiffers
Sources
Yes
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GNo source recorded
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Not verified
SmartThings Support
Sources
Yes
Yes
External Storage Support
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
MicroSD (Up to 1TB)
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Samsung Exynos 2400eDeca-core; CPU clock groups: 3.1 / 2.9 / 2.6 / 1.95 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
Octa-core CPU (2.75 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
RAM and storage configuration
Sources
8 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
8 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK SM-S721BLBDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-A556BLBAEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs or nano-SIM + eSIM; the second nano-SIM slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
128 GB
128 GB
RAM
Sources
8 GB
8 GB
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Super AMOLED
eSIM only
Sources
No
No
Memory card support
Sources
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Yes
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Video Recording ResolutionDiffers
Sources
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Slow MotionDiffers
Sources
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
240fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)Configuration
Sources
104.5
109.5
Number of SIM
Sources
Dual-SIM
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot TypeDiffers
Sources
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM
InfraConfiguration
Sources
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTEConfiguration
Sources
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6Configuration
Sources
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GNo source recorded
N75(1500+)
Not verified
USB Interface
Sources
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
USB VersionDiffers
Sources
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Location TechnologyDiffers
Sources
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, NavIC, QZSS
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
No
No
Wi-FiDiffers
Sources
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
Bluetooth v5.3
Bluetooth v5.3
NFC
Sources
Yes
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
Smart Switch (PC version)
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
Android
Android
SensorsDiffers
Sources
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
No
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
Galaxy A55 5GNo source recorded
B
Not verified
Video Playing ResolutionDiffers
Sources
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Mobile TV
Sources
No
No
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
Galaxy S24 FESamsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product page
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
IP68Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
IP67Samsung states IPX4/IP67 under IEC 60529: spray test (IPX4) and submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes (IP67). Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance may diminish over time.
Cover glass
Sources
Galaxy S24 FESamsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product page
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Manufacturer states front and back protection; back glass excludes camera glass. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Samsung says the A55 is built with Gorilla Glass Victus+ but does not say which sides. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 25
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 24
Show unverified (9)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
Galaxy S24 FENo source recorded
Galaxy A55 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product page
Not verified
Not verifiedSamsung's UK A55 page shows 'Built to last with 4x OS upgrades', but the sentence beside it names the Galaxy A35 5G, so the A55's own upgrade commitment is not clearly stated.
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How we calculate scoresSamsung Galaxy S24 FE
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight213 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback28 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
SamsungRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE technical specifications — SM-S721BLBDEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 FE product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight213 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness8.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.6 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback28 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP67Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung states IPX4/IP67 under IEC 60529: spray test (IPX4) and submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes (IP67). Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance may diminish over time.
SamsungRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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