Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55
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Galaxy A35
Starting at
£173.16£366.47 new
Realme C55
Starting at
£147.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A35 and Realme C55?
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Realme C55 starts at £147, £26.16 less than the Galaxy A35. The Galaxy A35 is the newer model, released in 2024.
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- Chipset: Exynos 1380 (5 nm) on the Galaxy A35, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Realme C55.
- The Realme C55 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
- Screen size: 6.6 inch on the Galaxy A35, 6,72 inch on the Realme C55.
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 specs
The Galaxy A35 and Realme C55 offer distinct strengths depending on what you value in a smartphone. The Galaxy A35 delivers a higher refresh rate screen and a more recent chipset, which suits users who want smoother visuals and more efficient performance. The Realme C55 provides a larger screen with slightly higher resolution and a higher megapixel main camera, making it suitable for those who prioritise screen size and camera detail. It has more RAM and more storage, which helps keep many apps open and stores more data. Both have the same battery capacity and support expandable storage, but the Realme C55 is lighter and slightly slimmer.
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 price
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- 256GBSold out
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 battery life and software updates
Durability covers the battery, software support and basic physical features that affect daily use. Both phones share some strengths but differ in software update support.
Battery Capacity
Both the Galaxy A35 and Realme C55 have a 5000 mAh battery. This means they offer similar endurance for everyday use, so you can expect comparable battery life whether you choose one or the other.
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Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 performance
Performance is about how fast and smooth a phone runs apps and handles multitasking. This depends on chipset, RAM and storage options.
Chipset Efficiency
The Galaxy A35 uses the Exynos 1380 built on a 5 nm process, which typically offers better power efficiency and performance for tasks like browsing and gaming. The Realme C55's Mediatek Helio G88 is built on 12 nm, which is a larger process node.
Memory Size
Realme C55 has 8 GB of RAM compared to 6 GB in the Galaxy A35. More RAM helps keep more apps open for smoother multitasking, so the Realme suits users who run many apps at once.
Storage Capacity
Realme C55 is available with 256 GB of internal storage, which allows for storing more photos, videos and apps. Galaxy A35 comes with 128 GB, which suits users with moderate storage needs or who plan to use a microSDXC card.
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Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 screen
Screen quality affects how content looks and feels. This includes size, resolution, refresh rate and screen technology.
Screen Refresh Rate
Galaxy A35 has a 120 Hz refresh rate screen, which offers a smoother experience when scrolling or playing games. Realme C55 has a 90 Hz screen, still smooth but less so than 120 Hz.
Screen Size and Resolution
Realme C55's screen is slightly larger at 6.72 inch with a resolution of 1080 x 2400, making it roomier for watching videos or browsing. Galaxy A35 has a 6.6 inch screen with 1080 x 2340 resolution, a bit smaller but still Full HD+.
Screen Type
Galaxy A35 uses a Super AMOLED screen, which typically means more vibrant colours and deeper blacks. Realme C55 uses an IPS LCD screen, which offers good brightness and colour accuracy but generally less contrast than AMOLED.
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Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 camera
Audiovisual features focus on camera capabilities, which matter if you take photos or selfies often.
Main Camera Detail
Realme C55 has a 64 megapixel main camera, suited for capturing detailed photos. Galaxy A35 has a 50 megapixel main camera, which still provides good image clarity but with fewer pixels.
Front Camera Quality
Galaxy A35 features a 13 megapixel front camera, which is higher resolution than Realme C55's 8 megapixels. This makes the Galaxy A35 better suited for clearer selfies and video calls.
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Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 size and design
Other features include network support, size, weight and card slots, which influence daily convenience and compatibility.
Network Compatibility
Galaxy A35 supports 5G mobile networks, providing faster data where 5G is available. Realme C55 supports 4G, which covers most areas but with lower top speeds.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
Realme C55 is slightly taller at 165.6 mm versus 161.7 mm for Galaxy A35, but also lighter at 189 g compared to 209 g. It is also slimmer at 7.9 mm depth versus 8.2 mm for Galaxy A35, making the Realme easier to hold and pocket.
SIM and Storage Expansion
Both phones support dual physical SIM cards and microSDXC cards, giving flexibility for multiple numbers and extra storage.
Carrier Status
Both Galaxy A35 and Realme C55 are unlocked, allowing you to choose your preferred network provider without restriction.
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Galaxy A35 or Realme C55: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A35 if
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (13 megapixels vs 8 megapixels)
Buy the Realme C55 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £147, £26.16 less than the Galaxy A35
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (64 megapixels vs 50 megapixels)
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 FAQs
Galaxy A35 vs Realme C55 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Exynos 1380 (5 nm) on the Galaxy A35, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Realme C55. The Realme C55 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
The Realme C55 is cheaper refurbished, from £147 compared with £173.16 for the Galaxy A35.
Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.
The Realme C55 has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy A35 gets updates until Mar 2029. We don't have published update dates for the Realme C55.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A35 comes in 128GB, and the Realme C55 in 256GB.
