PhoneLifespan

P1 5G vs Galaxy A55 5G

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 0 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Galaxy A55 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: P1 5G 67 · Galaxy A55 5G 67 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Realme P1 5G $165
Buy with care$7.53/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Apr 20262028
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G $300
Buy with care$9.12/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Mar 20272029

Category by category

Display
P1 5G 70Galaxy A55 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
P1 5G 52Galaxy A55 5G 60

The Galaxy A55 5G's Exynos 1480 is simply the faster chip.

Camera
P1 5G 55Galaxy A55 5G 67

The Galaxy A55 5G has the stronger camera system (2 real rear lenses vs 1).

Battery
P1 5G 80Galaxy A55 5G 80

Battery capacities are close enough not to decide this.

Software longevity
P1 5G 26Galaxy A55 5G 39

The Galaxy A55 5G is supported until Mar 2029 — 11 months longer than the P1 5G.

Value
P1 5G 67Galaxy A55 5G 67

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecP1 5GGalaxy A55 5G
Price (street)$165$300
Display6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, up to 2000 nits peak6.6-inch Super AMOLED, 1080x2340 (FHD+), 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7050 (6nm)Exynos 1480
RAM6GB/8GB8GB/12GB
Storage128GB/256GB128GB/256GB
Battery5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging45W wired25W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP depth50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro
Dimensions165.7 × 76 × 7.9 mm161.1 × 77.4 × 8.2 mm
Weight190 g213 g
Water resistanceIP54IP67
Supported untilApr 2028Mar 2029

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.