Samsung recently expanded its mid-range A series with two novel smartphones – Galaxy A55 and A35. The more exorbitant Samsung Galaxy A55 starts at Rs 39,999 and is Samsung’s first mid-range smartphone to come with 12GB RAM. However, the 12GB RAM variant is priced at Rs 45,999. The smartphone has a Full HD+ display, Exynos chipset, 50MP camera and supports 25W charging. Samsung Galaxy A55 will be available in India soon. On the other hand, Chinese smartphone maker Vivo has launched its latest V30 series, which also includes two smartphones – Vivo V30 and V30 Pro. The more exorbitant V30 Pro starts at Rs 41,999 and is also available in a 12GB option at Rs 45,999. This smartphone is now available for sale and features a curved AMOLED display, much better camera capabilities, and 80W quick charging. Here’s a comparison of the two mid-range smartphones:
6.78-inch AMOLED (1260 x 2800), 120 Hz, up to 2800 nits
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Exynos 1480
MediaTek Dimensity 8200
Aries
Up to 12 GB
Up to 12 GB
Storage
128 GB or 256 GB (expandable to 1 TB)
256 GB or 512 GB
Operating system
Android 14 with One UI 6.1
Android 14 with FuntouchOS 14
Rear camera
Main 50 MP, ultra-wide angle 12 MP, macro 5 MP
Main 50 MP, ultra-wide angle 50 MP, telephoto 50 MP
Front camera
32MP
50MP
Battery
5000 mAh with 25 W quick charging
5000 mAh with 80 W quick charging
Waterproof
IP67
Dust and splash resistant coating
Starting price (India)
39,999 rupees
41,999 rupees
Vivo V30 Pro has a larger AMOLED display with higher peak brightness and has a more powerful processor. The Vivo phone also offers a higher base storage option (256GB) and comes with a telephoto lens. The Vivo V30 Pro also offers faster 80W charging than the 25W charging of the Samsung Galaxy A55.