Samsung Galaxy A55 5G launched in India as a new mid-range offering and the company announced the starting price of Rs 39,999. The handset comes with a 6.6-inch display with an AMOLED panel, a 120Hz refresh rate, an Exynos 1480 SoC, a 5000mAh battery, and Android 14 OS. In this article, we have compiled a list of alternatives to the Galaxy A55 under Rs 40,000. This price range sees the likes of the OnePlus 12R, iQOO Neo 9 Pro, and more.
Samsung Galaxy A55 alternatives: price in India
| Phone | Price |
| OnePlus 12R | Starting at Rs 38,999 |
| Nothing Phone (2) | Starting at Rs 36,999 |
| iQOO Neo 9 Pro | Starting at Rs 35,999 |
| Vivo V30 | Starting at Rs 33,999 |
| OPPO Reno 11 Pro | Starting at Rs 39,999 |
Before we start, here are the key specifications of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G.
- Price: Starting price of Rs 39,999
- Display: 6.6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Exynos 1480
- RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Cameras: 50MP+ 12MP + 5MP rear cameras, 32MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 25W charging
OnePlus 12R
- Price: Starting at Rs 38,999
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Cameras: 50MP + 8MP + 2MP triple cameras
- Front camera: 16MP front camera
- Battery: 5,500mAh battery, 100W fast charging
OnePlus 12R is a successor to the OnePlus 11R and brings quite a lot to the table. We get an FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 100W fast charging support and a more powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The handset comparatively is well rounded under Rs 40,000.
You can read the detailed review of the device here.
| PROS | CONS |
| Excellent display | Average wide-angle and macro cameras |
| Smooth performance | Only three major software updates |
| Impressive battery and charging speed |
iQOO Neo 9 Pro
- Price: Starting at Rs 35,999
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ 144Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Cameras: 50MP + 8MP rear cameras
- Front camera: 8MP front camera
- Battery: 5,160mAh battery, 120W fast charging
iQOO Neo 9 Pro is a premium flagship from the brand in India. The handset offers a better chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 compared to the Exynos 1480 on the Galaxy A55. There is 120W fast charging support, which is miles faster than the 25W on the Samsung phone. We also get a 144Hz AMOLED display.
You can read the detailed review of the device here.
| PROS | CONS |
| Reliable performance | Average 8MP ultra-wide camera |
| Good 50MP primary camera | Bland design |
| Ultra-fast 120W charging |
Nothing Phone (2)
- Price: Starting at Rs 36,999
- Display:6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Cameras: 50MP + 50MP dual cameras
- Front camera: 32MP front camera
- Battery: 4,700mAh battery, 45W fast charging
The Nothing Phone (2), though powered by a chipset that is a generation older than the one on the OnePlus 12R and iQOO Neo 9 Pro, brings a unique design to the table. We get a transparent back panel with Glyph lights that will make heads turn. There is a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display, which is immersive for gaming and content consumption.
You can read the detailed review of the device here.
| PROS | CONS |
| Standout design | Charging speeds don`t match rivals |
| Good performance | Dynamic range could be better |
| Impressive battery | Similar design to the predecessor |
| Decent cameras | |
| Glyph LED interface |
Vivo V30
- Price: Starting at Rs 33,999
- Display:6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: Snapdragon Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
- Cameras: 50MP + 50MP dual cameras
- Front camera: 50MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery, 80W fast charging
Vivo V-series phones are historically known for their premium designs and impressive cameras. With Vivo V30, the company has incorporated a flashy curved panel on the back and this has a flowing water-like design. There is also an aqua-glow soft LED for better low-light shots. There is a 120Hz AMOLED display, triple 50MP cameras, and a faster 80W fast charging support.
| PROS | CONS |
| Impressive design | Zeiss cameras are only for the Pro model |
| Large battery and faster charging | Pricer than competition |
| Should offer good performance |
OPPO Reno 11 Pro
- Price: Starting at Rs 39,999
- Display:6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8200
- Cameras: 50MP + 32MP + 8MP triple cameras
- Front camera: 32MP front camera
- Battery: 4,700mAh battery, 80W fast charging
The OPPO Reno 11 Pro is another phone that has a primary focus on the cameras. We get an immersive AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC, 50MP triple cameras, and 80W fast charging support. All these make the OPPO Reno 11 Pro superior to the Galaxy A55.
You can read the detailed review of the device here.
| PROS | CONS |
| Stylish design | No stereo speakers |
| 32MP telephoto camera | Average front camera |
| 80W Fast charging | A bunch of pre-installed apps |
