Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Our Verdict: For display, camera or performance priorities, Galaxy A55 is the stronger option thanks to a larger 5,000 mAh battery beside 4,500 mAh and storage up to 256GB rather than 128GB. Galaxy A90 5G is not without a case, especially with a higher-end Snapdragon 855 chipset; Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is cheaper SIM-free from £190. The better choice is Samsung Galaxy A55 for the stronger hardware mix, or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G if keeping the overall spend down matters more.
Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
390 393
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1480 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight
213 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
- £189.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy A55 Samsung Galaxy A55 Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 390 393
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1480 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight 213 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free - £189.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A55 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A55's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 390 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A55 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A55 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A55 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is powered by the Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A55 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A55 is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 206 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A55 is actually the more compact phone at 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A55 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A55 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.