At Samsung, the Galaxy A range is as iconic as the Galaxy S. It is the heart of the Korean manufacturer's range, marked by necessary but adjusted innovations, full of consensus so as not to increase the bill which must remain measured. A strategic segment for Samsung which recorded its best sales on the Galaxy A14 in 2023.
Also, Samsung is improving the innards and design of its Galaxy A35 and A55, which we have already presented to you, without shaking up the whole thing either in order to maintain the fragile balance between sexy design, solid performance and low price. .
Galaxy A55: a little closer to premium
The Galaxy A55 5G takes the design of the Galaxy A54, but adds a touch of modernity. We thus appreciate its small overhang which highlights the buttons on the right edge of the smartphone. If one could fear that this would harm the handling, this is not the case. In addition, if the official hulls have not been presented to us, we can bet that Samsung will have had the good idea to let them surround this bump in order to recover a slender design.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G // Source : – Aroged
On the front, we discover the new 6.6-inch screen. Super Amoled, it displays in Full HD+ at 120 Hz. No variable refresh, however, it remains the preserve of the Galaxy S.
By widening its panel, Samsung has not increased the screen occupancy, but rather the measurements of its smartphone. However, we are talking about barely 2 mm in width and 1 mm in height. The thickness remains the same at 8.2 mm.
In hand, the Galaxy A55 inspires solidity thanks to its aluminum surround. Yes, Samsung has ditched plastic from the A54. If we combine this metal with the glass back, we begin to seriously tease the high end in terms of finishes.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G // Source : – Aroged
Speaking of the glass that covers the back of the A55, let us point out that it is still not oleophobic. There are plenty of fingerprints. Of the four colors available – Blue, Midnight Blue, Lilac, Lime – this observation is only really visible on the Midnight Blue finish.
The Galaxy A55 5G also introduces a new processor, the Exynos 1480. Just like its photo sensors, we were not able to test it during this first handling. We will wait for our test to check if its GPU is really 14% more efficient than that of the Galaxy A54, as Samsung claims. This wouldn't be a bad thing, as the A54 could run out of steam in Genshin Impact.
Galaxy A35: a smooth evolution
For its part, the Galaxy A35 uses the processor from the Galaxy A54, the Exynos 1380. We can therefore predict its performance by referring to our test of the latter.
Samsung is also evolving its design in small steps. We find the “bump” of the A55 which enhances the two buttons on its right edge. Same observation here, the grip is effective and the rounded edges comfortably stabilize the smartphone in the palm of the hand.
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G // Source : Aroged
The other innovation of this A35 is the addition of a glass back, instead of the plastic back of the A34. We gain a more premium appearance, but also less effective grip, the fault of the slippery texture of the glass. The strapping is the only plastic part to remain on the A35.
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G // Source : – Aroged
In this regard, note that during our handling, a model fell slightly on a table and the lower right edge was heavily depressed. We can see it in two ways: the A35 is fragile or rather the A35 absorbs shocks and does not break. We lean towards the second option.
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G // Source : – Aroged
Price and availability
The Galaxy A35 and A55 have been available since March 11, 2024. Currently on pre-order, they should be delivered in the coming days, without further details from Samsung.
Concerning prices, they do not change compared to the previous generation and even drop by €20 on the A35 in the 8 GB + 256 GB version, compared to the Galaxy A34. Excellent news.
Here are the prices communicated by Samsung for the French market:
Galaxy A35 (6 Go,128 Go) à 399 €
Galaxy A35 (8 Go,256 Go) à 449 €
Galaxy A55 (8 Go, 128 Go) à 499 €
Galaxy A55 (8 Go, 128 Go) à 549 €
Finally, Samsung is putting forward a pre-order offer. For any purchase of a Galaxy A35 or Galaxy A55 between March 11 and April 16, 2024, a pair of Galaxy Buds FE is free.
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