Samsung Galaxy A55 offers 12GB RAM, 50MP camera, 25W charging at Rs 39,999. Vivo V30 Pro, Rs 41,999, features 12GB RAM, AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8200, 80W charging. V30 Pro has IP67, 256GB storage.
Quick Comparison: Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro
Display & Design
Galaxy A55: 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display (FHD+, 120 Hz), peak brightness around 1000 nits, Gorilla Glass Victus+, IP67 water resistance. GSMArena91mobiles
Vivo V30 Pro: Larger 6.78-inch AMOLED (1.5K, 120 Hz) with impressive 2800 nits peak brightness, though no confirmed IP rating. Smartprix
Performance
Galaxy A55: Powered by Exynos 1480 (4 nm), offers up to 12 GB RAM, 128/256 GB storage with microSD expansion. WikipediaGSMArenaSmartprix
Vivo V30 Pro: Uses Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm); usually ships with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage (no expandable slot). Smartprix+1
Battery & Charging
Galaxy A55: 5000 mAh battery with 25 W wired charging. GSMArenaSmartprix
Vivo V30 Pro: Same 5000 mAh capacity but with much faster 80 W charging, meaning you can juice up much quicker. Smartprix
Cameras
| Feature | Galaxy A55 | Vivo V30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Setup | 50 MP main with OIS, 12 MP ultrawide, 5 MP macro | Triple 50 MP (main, ultrawide, telephoto) with Zeiss optics |
| Front Camera | 32 MP | 50 MP |
| Notes | Natural color output | Brighter, punchier images, especially ultrawide shots Smartprix |
Software & Updates
Galaxy A55: Ships with Android 14 (One UI 6), promises up to 4 major Android upgrades and 5 years of security patches. Features like IP67, microSD slot, eSIM and Samsung Knox add value. WikipediaSmartprixAndroid Central
Vivo V30 Pro: Runs FuntouchOS 14 (Android 14). Upgrade policies are less clear, though Vivo typically offers fewer updates. Smartprix+1
Price & Value (India)
Galaxy A55: Launch price around ₹39,999, now often available for ₹27,999–₹42,999 during sales. IndiatimesNavbharat TimesGSMArena
Vivo V30 Pro: Launched around ₹41,999 for the 12 GB/256 GB variant. Smartprix
Verdict at a Glance
Choose Galaxy A55 if you want:
Stronger software support and longer updates.
IP67 water resistance and microSD card flexibility.
A balanced, natural camera output.
Storage expandability and features like eSIM (depending on region).
Choose Vivo V30 Pro if you prioritize:
Brighter and more vibrant display (2800 nits peak).
Fast 80 W charging for quick power-ups.
Higher-res front camera and more expressive ultrawide and telephoto imaging.
Additional Insights from Users
Some Galaxy A55 users appreciate features many flagships dropped:
“It had a microSD slot… those flaws feel like features.” Reddit
Another user praised its smooth performance post-updates:
“Everything, from the display to the performance… is extremely smooth and flawless.”
