Samsung Unveils Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy A35 5G in Nigeria

L-R: Stephen Okwara, head, Product Management, Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics West Africa; Nathan Lee, Business Manager, Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics West Africa; Joy Tim-Ayoola, head of department, Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics West Africa, and Michael Nwughala, Digital Marketing Manager, Samsung Electronics West Africa, during the launch of Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G in Lagos.

Samsung Nigeria has launched two new additions to its Galaxy A series – Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G smartphones.

Both devices are designed to bring the power of 5G connectivity to a wider range of consumers, offering a seamless and fast mobile experience at affordable price points.

Speaking during the unveiling at Samsung office in Lagos, Sung-won Jung, the CEO, Samsung Electronics West Africa, described both Galaxy A-series models as a smartphone that stands out as a versatile high-end smartphone packed with advanced features.

According to him, both devices boast a vibrant 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a high refresh rate, and vision booster, delivering stunning visuals and smooth scrolling.

“Powered by an efficient octa-core processor, the Galaxy A55/A35 devices ensure smooth multitasking and exceptional gaming performance”, he said.

“Cutting-edge mobile experiences are increasingly essential to everyday life. “With continuous enhancements to the Galaxy A series, we’re ensuring that more people across Nigeria can access our transformative innovations,” Jung added.

Galaxy A55 5G excels with its AI-powered ISP camera ensuring clear and detailed night shots, featuring Super HDR Video and UHD adaptive VDIS which lets you take vivid and steady videos for detailed close-up shots, and a depth sensor for stunning portrait mode effects even in low light conditions.

“Bolstered by its impressive 8GB RAM, whether users are capturing everyday moments, creative photos or editing videos on the go, this smartphone delivers impressive results”, said Stephen Okwara, Head of Product Management, MX Division, Samsung West Africa. “Moreover, users of both Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G can enjoy peace of mind with their device which comes with an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, 4 OS updates and 5 years security updates.

“With 5G connectivity, users can experience blazing-fast download and streaming speeds, enabling seamless video calls, gaming, and media consumption on the go”, he said.

On the other hand, the Galaxy A35 5G’s 50MP camera supports Nightography with 4x multi-readout for stunning low-light photos. Super HDR Video and shake-free 4K UHD let you capture videos with next-level clarity and details. Featuring the powerful Exynos 1380 and durable rear glass, it’s built to stay tough for longer.

Both the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G feature Samsung’s One UI software, providing a user-friendly interface and access to a wide range of features and customization options.

With security features like end-to-end encryption, face recognition, fingerprint scanning and up to 5 years security update, users can explore limitless possibilities of the digital world with Samsung Knox Vault as shield.

These new additions to the Galaxy A series underscore Samsung’s commitment to democratizing 5G technology, making it accessible to a diverse range of consumers without compromising on performance, features, or design.

The Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G are set to redefine the high-end smartphone segment with their blend of affordability, functionality, and 5G capabilities.

Price of Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G

The recommended Retail Prices for Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G are as follows:

A55 5G (8GB/128G) – N531,000

A55 5G (8GB/256G) – N589,000

A35 5G (6G/128G) – N462,000

A35 5G (8G/256) – N540,000

 

Samsung A55 5G Specifications 

NETWORK
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G

LAUNCH
Announced	2024, March 11
Status	Available. Released 2024, March 15

BODY
Dimensions	161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in)
Weight	213 g (7.51 oz)
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame
SIM	Single SIM (Nano-SIM, eSIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

DISPLAY
Type	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM)
Size	6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
	Always-on display

PLATFORM
OS	Android 14, One UI 6.1
Chipset	Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Xclipse 530

MEMORY
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM

MAIN CAMERA
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

SELFIE CAMERA
Single	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

SOUND
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack	No

COMMS
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)
Radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

FEATURES
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
	Virtual proximity sensing

BATTERY
Type	Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging	25W wired

MISC
Colors	Iceblue, Lilac, Navy, Lemon
Models	SM-A556V, SM-A556U, SM-A556U1, SM-A556B, SM-A556B/DS, SM-A556E, SM-A556E/DS, SM-A5560
SAR EU	0.68 W/kg (head)     1.04 W/kg (body)

Samsung A35 5G Specifications 

NETWORK
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 26, 28, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G

LAUNCH
Announced	2024, March 11
Status	Available. Released 2024, March 15

BODY
Dimensions	161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in)
Weight	209 g (7.37 oz)
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, glass back
SIM	Nano-SIM, eSIM or Hybrid SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

DISPLAY
Type	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM)
Size	6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~84.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
	Always-on display

PLATFORM
OS	Android 14, One UI 6.1
Chipset	Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G68 MP5

MEMORY
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM

MAIN CAMERA
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

SELFIE CAMERA
Single	13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

SOUND
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack	No

COMMS
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)
Radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

FEATURES
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser	HTML5
	Virtual proximity sensing

BATTERY
Type	Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging	25W wired

MISC
Colors	Iceblue, Lilac, Navy
Models	SM-A356E, SM-A356E/DS, SM-A356B, SM-A356B/DS
SAR	0.81 W/kg (head)
SAR EU	0.44 W/kg (head)     0.92 W/kg (body)

April 09, 2024