The Samsung Galaxy M55 5G has just launched in the Indian market as the latest contender in the mid-range smartphone segment. As online bookings go live, Samsung promises a blend of powerful performance, striking design, and innovative camera capabilities. Here, we dive into our first impressions of the Galaxy M55 5G, sharing insights into what users can expect right out of the box and from the initial use.
Upon unboxing the Samsung Galaxy M55 5G, the absence of the officially recommended 45W super-fast charger is immediately noticeable. Samsung mentions that the charger is being sold separately but this might prove to be inconvenient to some users.
Moving on, the box includes the smartphone itself, a Type C USB cable for charging and data transfer, a SIM ejector tool, a regional lock guide, and a Quick Smart Guide.
The Galaxy M55 5G sports a sleek and elegant design, measuring 7.8mm in thickness. It's available in Light Green and Denim Black colour options.
Our unit, in Light Green, looks vibrant yet sophisticated, with the camera module neatly placed in the top left corner, contributing to its modern aesthetic.
The phone looks premium in hand, balancing its visual appeal with design for comfortable, prolonged use. The lightweight feel of the phone, contributing immensely to its ease of handling is one of the top highlights of the Galaxy M55 5G, when it comes to first impressions.
The Galaxy M55 5G features a 6.67-inch FHD+ sAMOLED+ display boasting refresh rates up to 120Hz. The slim bezels and peak brightness of 1000 nits ensure an immersive viewing experience, especially when streaming videos or browsing audio-visual content like movies and videos. HDR support adds to the rich color and contrast of the visuals.
At its core, the Galaxy M55 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor, which Samsung touts for its "blistering speeds." While the SoC used is not the latest in the market, Samsung's shift from Exynos SoCs to Snapdragon reflects its focus on gaming with the Galaxy M55.
This is the first Samsung M series phone to feature 12GB of RAM. It's paired with 256 GB of storage, and Samsung claims the phone is built to handle powerful gaming, multitasking, and seamless video streaming. Our initial tests show that the device lives up to these claims when it comes to streaming audio-visual content, providing a smooth and responsive user experience.
The photography and videography aspects of the Galaxy M55 5G features a 50MP OIS wide, an 8MP ultra-wide, a 2MP macro, along with a 50MP selfie camera. Features like dual recording add to its appeal allowing users to capture moments in versatile and creative ways.
Early shots indicate that the cameras perform adequately well, with the OIS contributing to clear, stable images. We intend to explore the camera capabilities further to come to a more definite conclusion, which will be further delved into in our upcoming review.
Running on Android 14 with One UI version 6.1, the Galaxy M55 5G delivers a refined and user-friendly interface. The Samsung Galaxy M55 5G is protected by Knox security, Version 3.10, ensuring the privacy of your data.
Additionally, Samsung has promised up to 4 generations of OS upgrades and up to 5 generations of security updates.
The Galaxy M55 also comes with Samsung SmartThings app that enhances device connectivity, making it a central hub for smart home devices. The Gaming Hub is another app that the phone includes, providing a one-stop platform for multiple casual games that you can jump straight into directly from the platform, once downloaded from the Galaxy Store.
The Galaxy M55 5G has a starting price of Rs 26,999 but the unit we received featuring 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is available for Rs 32,999. The phones can be ordered from the official website of Samsung along with e-retail platforms like Amazon.
Special offers and discounts too are available with the launch depending on the bank card, bringing the net price down to Rs 24,999 for the base variant, and Rs 30,999 for the top variant.
The Samsung Galaxy M55 5G presents a compelling package for those in the market for a mid-range smartphone. While the absence of a charger in the box may be a point of contention for some, the overall value and capabilities of the device make it a decent option when it comes to the latest mid-range smartphones. As we continue to use the device, our detailed review will further assess its long-term performance and features.
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