Samsung’s Galaxy F-series was all the time targeted on providing distinctive options mixed with good efficiency. Having used quite a lot of Galaxy F-series telephones from the model, it is easy for me to conclude that these smartphones certainly provide a superb mixture of design and efficiency, protecting in thoughts their mid-range pricing. Persevering with in the identical route, Samsung lately unveiled its Galaxy F55 5G, bringing some vegan leather-based goodness to its Galaxy gadgets. It contains options like an in-display fingerprint reader, 45W fast-charging assist, and extra. So, is that this trendy new mid-ranger all about model? Or does it additionally again it up with good efficiency? Let’s discover out!
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Value in India
Samsung’s pricing for its new Galaxy F55 5G appears becoming, given its specs on paper. The bottom variant has a price ticket of Rs. 26,999 and provides 8GB of RAM and 128GB of inside storage.
The mid-variant with 8GB RAM + 256GB inside storage is priced at Rs. 29,999, whereas the top-end choice with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is accessible at Rs. 32,999. The handset is accessible in two color choices: Apricot Crush and Raisin Black. I acquired the top-end variant within the Apricot Crush end for evaluation.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Design
Samsung has lastly joined the bandwagon of smartphone producers that supply a vegan leather-based end with its newest providing. And Samsung’s adaptation of the vegan leather-based end, in my view, is without doubt one of the greatest on this phase. The apricot-coloured vegan leather-based again panel certain stands out with its purple stitching working vertically alongside the sides.
Samsung lastly brings vegan leather-based to its lineup with the Galaxy F55 5G.
This, coupled with the gold-coloured rings round every digicam lens, compliments the Apricot Crush color choice. There may be one particular incident that I want to point out right here. Whereas taking digicam samples, a stranger requested in regards to the machine and was shocked to listen to that it was from Samsung (at this worth level). So, it certain does its job of attracting consideration.
The leather-based end has a mushy contact, making it comfy to carry in hand. It additionally offers higher grip than the same old glass or polycarbonate backs out there on different Samsung gadgets. Nonetheless, it does require common cleansing and wet-wiping to take care of its shine, one thing you do not continuously do with different telephones. Additionally, the protruding digicam modules make it wobble on a flat floor.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G provides stereo audio system however no headphone jack.
The matte gold body with barely rounded sides is manufactured from polycarbonate. The show is flat and has a reasonably slender bezel. At 180 grams the telephone feels pretty gentle when held, and likewise fairly slim at 7.Eight millimetres.
I additionally preferred that the handset has an IP67 score for mud and water. Which means that the smartphone can simply face up to unintended spills and splashes. The remainder of the looks and hand really feel eerily resembles to the Galaxy M55 5G. So, one can say that it’s a beautified model of the M55.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Specs and software program
SAMSUNG GALAXY F55 5G SPECIFICATIONS
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
RAM: 8/12GB Storage: 128/ 256GB (expandable to 1TB)
SIM Slots: Hybrid Twin
Connectivity: 5G, BT 5.3, Wi-Fi 6
Battery: 5,000mAh Charging: 45W wired quick charging
The Samsung Galaxy F55 5G comes loaded with One UI 6.1, which is predicated on Android 14. working system. The newest model of One UI brings steady efficiency and a smoother general software program expertise to this worth phase. The animations at the moment are extra refined, whereas the scrolling expertise has improved over earlier generations.
The consumer interface brings many customization choices, together with organising a Work Profile the place you’ll be able to segregate your work and private accounts, which is usually helpful.
You additionally get the ‘Modes and Routines’ characteristic, which lets you set the telephone’s settings to match the exercise. The Edge Panel makes it simpler to entry your favorite utility by tapping on the sting.
That stated, it does include a good quantity of pre-installed apps like PhonePe, Snapchat, Linkedin, and extra. And it’s a tedious process to delete the apps manually. The Look characteristic is enabled by default, which generally may be fairly distracting.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Efficiency
Though the telephone makes use of an older Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, it nonetheless delivers some first rate efficiency for each day utilization.
Having lastly switched to a Qualcomm chipset with the Galaxy F55 5G, the telephone scored 5,73,167 in AnTuTu v10, whereas in Geekbench 6, the telephone managed to attain 894 and a pair of,265 in its single and multi-core exams, respectively. For graphics efficiency, the telephone obtained 112 FPS in GFXBench T-rex, 59 FPS in Manhattan 3.1, and 29 FPS in Automotive Chase.
The day-to-day efficiency is sort of steady. Whether or not mindlessly scrolling Reels, watching movies on YouTube, speaking to a buddy, or utilizing WhatsApp, the telephone delivers first rate efficiency for informal customers. Nonetheless, there have been situations once I observed some lag when switching between completely different functions.
The Samsung Galaxy F55 5G brings a Gaming Hub that helps to carry all of your video games beneath one umbrella.
The gaming efficiency of the machine is first rate sufficient. Everytime you set up a recreation on this telephone, by default, it solely reveals on the Gaming Hub and never on the app drawer. Nonetheless, you’ll be able to go to Gaming Hub > Settings and alter it if you wish to present it within the app drawer and on the house display. Enjoying Asphalt 9: Legends, the gaming expertise was easy because it might simply run on 60 FPS mode with high-quality graphics.
In Name of Responsibility: Cell, the telephone ran comfortably with the default setting of Very Excessive Graphics and Excessive Body charge settings. I did not discover any lag or stutter throughout this setting. Nonetheless, there was some lag once I set the Body charge settings to Max.
The Tremendous AMOLED show is crisp and provides some nice viewing angles.
The Samsung Galaxy F55 5G is a straightforward suggestion for its show. The Tremendous AMOLED panel reveals vibrant colors with deep blacks. This merely signifies that you’ll take pleasure in watching video content material on this machine. Whereas streaming Godzilla: Minus One, the color replica was good and darkish scenes confirmed good element. The machine can also be Widevine L1 licensed, that means you’ll be able to stream movies from OTT providers at full HD high quality.
Furthermore, you even have adaptive display refresh, which switches between 60Hz and 120Hz relying upon the utilization. The brightness is enough whereas viewing content material outside. That stated, the output of the stereo audio system might have been extra spectacular. The sound was loud however lacked particulars within the highs and mids.
The telephone brings a triple-camera setup, which provides some first rate efficiency in daylight.
The telephone lasted 13 hours and 15 minutes within the battery loop take a look at. The battery lasted for one full day of heavy utilization, which included scrolling information on Uncover, watching some YouTube movies, clicking photographs, enjoying Name of Responsibility: Cell, checking electronic mail at common intervals, and ending the day by watching one episode of anime. With informal utilization, the telephone can comfortably ship nearly two days of battery life.
The massive battery comes with 45W fast-charging assist which is above common for a mid-range Samsung smartphone, however nonetheless a bit sluggish in comparison with the competitors. Sadly, Samsung doesn’t present the identical within the field so you’ll have to buy one moreover. After the battery dies out utterly, the 45W quick charging comes into play. Since Samsung didn’t present a 45W charger within the field, I charged up the machine utilizing a 65W GaN charger, which managed to cost the machine to 48 % in 30 minutes and 96 % in a single hour.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Cameras
The digicam efficiency of the Galaxy F55 5G was first rate for a mid-range smartphone. The telephone packs a triple-camera setup on the rear panel with a 50-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2-megapixel macro shooter.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G daylight digicam samples. High to backside: 2X digital crop, main digicam, ultra-wide digicam. (faucet photographs to develop)
The photographs delivered pure colors through the daylight, and sharpness was adequate with the first sensor. The white stability was barely off in sure photographs.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G low-light digicam samples. High: Major digicam, backside: ultra-wide digicam (faucet photographs to develop)
Low gentle efficiency was fairly common. Though the telephone took some first rate photographs in low-light circumstances with Night time Mode, it took a while to course of them. Furthermore, with out the devoted Night time mode, the pictures lose quite a lot of element.
The ultra-wide digicam performs decently in daylight situations. Nonetheless, you’ll discover the fish-eye impact on the corners. The main points might have been higher as the color tones have been barely completely different between the first and ultra-wide cameras. When capturing in low gentle, the photographs weren’t usable in some situations.
The front-facing digicam does a good job of capturing selfies. Pictures captured with this digicam appeared pure and supplied largely correct pores and skin tones. The portrait mode additionally labored decently in daylight. In low gentle, I observed some noise when the encompassing lighting wasn’t nice.
Coming to video efficiency, the Galaxy F55 options an choice of capturing 4K video at 30fps. The optical picture stabilisation (OIS) assist helps to seize steady movies. The main points have been good in daylight movies. Nonetheless, in low gentle, the output might have been higher.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G Evaluation: Verdict
To conclude, the Samsung Galaxy F55 5G primarily provides a premium design. Its slim profile and premium leather-based end make it a trendy choice at this worth level. The IP67 score is unquestionably the cherry on the cake. Its Tremendous AMOLED show works nicely for consuming content material. So, if you’re in search of a trendy mid-ranger that provides a good mixture of efficiency and premium design, then the smartphone certain appears to be an fascinating alternative for a mid-ranger.
Nonetheless, the telephone has loads of competitors at this worth level. The Nothing Cellphone 2a (Evaluation) from Rs. 23,999 provides a novel design, higher efficiency, and higher cameras. The Poco F6 (Evaluation) (from Rs. 29,999) provides the most recent Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, delivering a lot better uncooked and gaming efficiency, sooner 90W charging, and gaming-centric options.
At a beginning worth of Rs. 29,999, Realme’s 12 Professional+ (Evaluation) absolutely is a greater choice providing an analogous vegan-leather end, sooner 67W charging and a very good set of cameras (together with an OIS 3X telephoto digicam) for a mid-ranger.
