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iPhone 15 vs Galaxy A55 5G: which is better?

iPhone 15 and Galaxy A55 5G compared side by side across 22 specs and 6 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 22 SPECS · 6 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

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SMARTPHONES

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← TOP PICK

APPLE

iPhone 15

$799

BEST OVERALL

SAMSUNG

Galaxy A55 5G

$449

BEST VALUE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The iPhone 15 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.6/10 — 0.8 ahead of the Galaxy A55 5G. Tightest race: value, just 0.1 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 6 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

PERF

CAME

DISP

BATT

SOFT

VALU

iPhone 15×3

Galaxy A55 5G×3

Apple iPhone 15BEST OVERALL

Samsung Galaxy A55 5GBEST VALUE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPPerformance — iPhone 15 leads by 1.6

TIGHTESTValue — only 0.1 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

IPHONE 15A55 5G

PerformanceiiPhone 15 · +1.6

IPHONE 158.8

A55 5G7.2

CameraiiPhone 15 · +1.1

IPHONE 158.5

A55 5G7.4

DisplayiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.8

IPHONE 157.8

A55 5G8.6

BatteryiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.2

IPHONE 158.0

A55 5G8.2

SoftwareiiPhone 15 · +0.4

IPHONE 159.2

A55 5G8.8

ValueiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.1

IPHONE 158.4

A55 5G8.5

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Galaxy A55 5G1.74BEST DEAL

02iPhone 151.08

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

22 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

iPhone 15$7994W8.6

Galaxy A55 5G$4497W7.8

Battery CapacityMAHi

3,349 mAh

5,000 mAh← BEST +49%

Wired ChargingWi

20 W

25 W← BEST +25%

Wireless ChargingWi

15 W

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Main CameraMPi

48 MP

50 MP← BEST +4%

Ultra-Wide CameraMPiSAME

12 MP

Telephotoi

None (2x in-sensor crop)

None

Front CameraMPi

12 MP

32 MP← BEST +167%

Max Videoi

4K@60fps

4K@30fps

Wi-FiiSAME

Wi-Fi 6

WeightGi

171 g← 20% lighter

213 g

Buildi

Aluminum frame, color-infused glass back

Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front

Water Resistancei

IP68

IP67

Display SizeINi

6.1 in

6.6 in← BEST +8%

Display Typei

OLED Super Retina XDR

Super AMOLED

Refresh RateHZi

60 Hz

120 Hz← BEST +100%

Peak BrightnessNITSi

2,000 nits← BEST +100%

1,000 nits

Chipseti

Apple A16 Bionic

Samsung Exynos 1480

RAMGBi

6 GB

8 GB← BEST +33%

AnTuTu Scorei

1,450,000← BEST +134%

620,000

Operating Systemi

iOS 17 (upgradable)

Android 14, One UI 6.1

OS Update SupportYRi

6 yr← BEST +50%

4 yr

Storage Optionsi

128/256/512GB

128/256GB

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

iPhone 15APPLE8.6

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (7.8)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Galaxy A55 5GSAMSUNG7.8

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · iPhone 15 (1.1)

PRIORITY · PERFORMANCE

Best for performance

iPhone 15APPLE8.8

PERFORMANCE WEIGHTEDCONF 84%

Best visible score in the performance category group.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (7.2)

PRIORITY · CAMERA

Best for camera

iPhone 15APPLE8.5

CAMERA WEIGHTEDCONF 82%

Best visible score in the camera category group.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (7.4)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1APPLE0.0

iPhone 15

“The standard iPhone 15 brings the Dynamic Island, a 48MP main camera, and USB-C to Apple's mainstream flagship.”

Software 9.2

Performance 8.8

Wins AnTuTu Score

Wins Peak Brightness

TRADE-OFFDisplay capped at 60Hz refresh

BEST OVERALLBest price →

#2SAMSUNG0.0

Galaxy A55 5G

“Samsung's upper mid-range Galaxy A55 pairs a premium metal frame, a smooth 120Hz AMOLED and long software support at a wallet-friendly price”

Software 8.8

Display 8.6

Wins Battery Capacity

Wins Main Camera

TRADE-OFFOnly 25W wired charging, no charger in box

BEST VALUEBest price →

Still deciding? The iPhone 15 is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 8.6/10 · WINS 3 OF 6 CATEGORIES

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Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: which is better?

The Apple iPhone 15 is our overall pick, scoring 8.6/10 against 7.8/10 for the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G — a 10% edge. Current starting prices span $449–$799. The score weighs category-specific smartphones attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Apple iPhone 15 leads overall with a 8.6 total score.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G wins 7 comparable specs with a 34% weighted win rate.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G has the strongest high-impact advantage in Battery Capacity.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Apple iPhone 15WINNER 8.6/10

The standard iPhone 15 brings the Dynamic Island, a 48MP main camera, and USB-C to Apple's mainstream flagship.

Pros

+ Excellent 48MP main camera with sharp 2x crop
+ USB-C finally replaces Lightning
+ Dynamic Island and bright OLED display
+ Long, reliable iOS update support

Cons

− Display capped at 60Hz refresh
− No dedicated telephoto lens
− Base 128GB storage feels tight for video shooters

Best for: Mainstream buyers wanting a balanced flagship · People upgrading from older iPhones · Users who value long software support

“If you want the iPhone experience without paying Pro prices, the iPhone 15 is the sweet spot. You give up the 120Hz ProMotion display, telephoto lens and the fastest chip, but you keep the excellent 48MP camera, USB-C, the Dynamic Island and Apple's…”

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G7.8/10

Samsung's upper mid-range Galaxy A55 pairs a premium metal frame, a smooth 120Hz AMOLED and long software support at a wallet-friendly price.

Pros

+ Premium metal frame at a mid-range price
+ Smooth, vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
+ Class-leading 4 OS / 5 years security update promise
+ Large 5000mAh battery with all-day endurance

Cons

− Only 25W wired charging, no charger in box
− Exynos 1480 lags flagship performance
− Ultrawide and macro cameras are mediocre

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers wanting long support · Galaxy ecosystem fans on a budget · Everyday users who value display quality

“The Galaxy A55 is one of the most sensible mid-range buys, largely because of its outstanding software commitment and genuinely nice AMOLED screen. Performance is good rather than great, and charging tops out at a modest 25W, but for everyday use, social…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific smartphones specs, the Apple iPhone 15 scores highest overall (8.6/10, 0.8 points ahead of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

The biggest measurable differences are Chipset, Battery Capacity, Main Camera. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Apple iPhone 15 better value than the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 starts around $799 and the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G around $449. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other smartphones on ComparZone?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 smartphones from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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