Samsung · February 2025
Galaxy A56 5G
from JOD 255
Exynos 15805,000 mAh6.7" 120Hz50+12+5 MP
Mid-tier chipsetLarge battery (5,000)3 lenses · 50 MPOLED display
Performance index58/100
Samsung · February 2024
Galaxy A55 5G Price in Jordan
From JOD 255 (observed) & full specs, October 2026 edition
JOD 255
Observed price for the 128GB variant (new) — source: local classified listings for new units, on 30 September 2026. A representative price from the listings we observed — not necessarily the lowest in Jordan, a specific seller's offer, or a guarantee of availability.
In the “under JOD 300” bracket — see the best alternatives ›
Exynos 1480Performance index 55/1005,000 mAh25W50MP3 lenses6.6"Super AMOLED · 120Hz
Performance index:55/100
Overview
The Galaxy A55 5G is a mid-range phone from Samsung, with the 128GB variant (new) observed from about JOD 255 (about $360) in local classified listings for new units on 30 September 2026. Below is its full spec sheet with a plain-language breakdown, pros and cons, and how it compares to its rivals. We have not tested this phone ourselves; everything here is derived from published specifications.
Its main highlights: its strong 32 MP selfie camera, and its vivid OLED display. Its chipset is mid-tier (55/100 on our spec-based index) — the usual class for social media, video, photos and light games.
Performance-index rank: #44 of 342 Samsung phones we list.
Why consider it?
This is where the A line genuinely changes gear: a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED with an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+, an IP67 rating, a 12MP ultrawide and a 32MP front camera, all listed by Samsung Levant. That is what the step up from the A16 buys — not a bigger battery and not faster charging.
Who it suits
A heavy daily user who wants a fast panel, a water-resistant build and a genuine ultrawide lens on a mid-range budget.
Who should look elsewhere
Not the smartest buy for someone measuring value as years of software support per dinar, nor for anyone who wants high-wattage charging.
Performance, camera, display and battery — and the limits of the evidence
Samsung Levant's SM-A556 listing gives a 6.6-inch 1080×2340 Super AMOLED with an adaptive rate up to 120Hz, an octa-core processor at 2.75GHz and 2GHz (our catalog names it the Exynos 1480, while the page states only core count and clocks), 8GB of RAM with 128GB or 256GB and microSD expansion to 1TB, a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging and the adapter sold separately, a 50+12+5MP rear array with a 32MP front camera, Gorilla Glass Victus+ and an IP67 rating. Which of those matter? First the 12MP ultrawide: it means the wide frame keeps detail reasonably close to the main sensor, rather than a 5MP lens added to round out the count. Second, IP67 under the quoted standard covers immersion in a metre of fresh water for half an hour, far beyond what IP54 promises. Third, an adaptive rate lets the panel drop its refresh on static content instead of holding the maximum. Against that sits a detail that surprises people: Samsung gives this phone four OS upgrades and five years of patches while granting the cheaper A16 5G six upgrades, because the A55 shipped before the support policy was widened. The pricier phone in this family is not automatically the longer-lived one. None of these figures establish photo quality or real battery hours; this is a reading of an official spec sheet.
Alternatives worth comparing
- Xiaomi 12T Pro — At JOD 205 (estimate), it is JOD 50 cheaper. Compare the variants before deciding: 256GB versus 128GB+ storage, 5,000 versus 5,000 mAh, and Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 versus Exynos 1480. These are specification differences, not measured performance or battery life. (205 JOD · estimate) full comparison ›
- Realme P3 Pro 5G — At JOD 205 (estimate), it is JOD 50 cheaper. Compare the variants before deciding: 128GB+ versus 128GB+ storage, 6,000 versus 5,000 mAh, and Snapdragon 7s Gen3 versus Exynos 1480. These are specification differences, not measured performance or battery life. (205 JOD · estimate) full comparison ›
Strengths and trade-offs in detail ›
Verdict — conditional on your needs and the documented price above
The step up from the A16 5G earns its keep if you will actually use the 120Hz panel, the ultrawide and IP67 protection. If your goal is the longest software life for the money, the numbers favour the A16 5G, and our 255 to ≈ 255 range is an estimate rather than an observed price.
Full specifications
Each mini-graphic's fill shows where this phone sits vs the highest value we list
| Essentials | |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 |
| Performance index | 55/100 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB or more (by variant) |
| Display | |
| Size | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Smallest here3.8"This phone6.6"Biggest here8.7" | |
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Rear | 50+12+5 MP (3 lenses) |
| Front | 32 MP |
| Battery & charging | |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| Rated charging power | 25 W |
| Other | |
| Operating system | Android with One UI |
| Price segment | mid-range |
| Release period | February 2024 (approx.) |
| Price in Jordan | From 255 JOD (≈ $360) |
Phones JO index (spec-based)
What does that mean in plain words?
Chipset: Exynos 1480 — mid tier (55/100) for social media, video and light-to-medium games.
Battery: 5,000 mAh — a large capacity by market standards. Capacity is an indicator, not a measurement: real endurance depends on the display, chipset and your usage, and we have not measured it.
Charging: 25W — standard (rated charging power; actual charge time varies with the charger and temperature).
Display: Super AMOLED, 6.6-inch — an OLED panel (true blacks, higher contrast than LCD).
Camera: 50+12+5 MP (3 lenses) plus a 32 MP front camera. Megapixels and lens count describe the setup, not image quality — real results depend on the sensor and processing, which we have not tested.
Battery: 5,000 mAh — a large capacity by market standards. Capacity is an indicator, not a measurement: real endurance depends on the display, chipset and your usage, and we have not measured it.
Charging: 25W — standard (rated charging power; actual charge time varies with the charger and temperature).
Display: Super AMOLED, 6.6-inch — an OLED panel (true blacks, higher contrast than LCD).
Camera: 50+12+5 MP (3 lenses) plus a 32 MP front camera. Megapixels and lens count describe the setup, not image quality — real results depend on the sensor and processing, which we have not tested.
Pros & cons
Pros
- An adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+ and IP67 immersion resistance — three things neither the A15 nor the A16 offers
- A 12MP ultrawide and a 32MP selfie camera, against 5MP and 13MP on the two cheaper models
- 8GB of RAM and an octa-core chip peaking at 2.75GHz, plus a memory card slot supporting up to 1TB
Cons
- The stated pledge is four Android generations and five years of security patches — a shorter window than the cheaper A16 5G enjoys
- Charging stayed at 25W on a 5000mAh cell, the A15's exact figures, despite the large price gap
- It launched in February 2024, so part of its support window has already elapsed before it reaches you
Where to buy it in Jordan
The JOD 255 figure above is a representative new-unit price from listings observed on 30 September 2026 (local classified listings for new units) — not necessarily the lowest in Jordan, not a launch MSRP and not a specific seller's offer. We do not track stock continuously, so we cannot say which shops have the Galaxy A55 5G today; asking prices differ between sellers, so compare more than one offer.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Galaxy A55 5G cost in Jordan?
In Jordan the Galaxy A55 5G was listed from about JOD 255 in local classified listings for new units, observed on 30 September 2026 — the lowest price we observed, not necessarily the lowest in Jordan and not a specific seller's offer. Asking prices differ between sellers, so compare a couple before buying.
How much is the Galaxy A55 5G in US dollars?
About $360 — the pegged-rate equivalent of its Jordanian price of JOD 255, observed on 30 September 2026. Prices in other countries differ with taxes and import fees, so treat it as a reference point.
Is the Galaxy A55 5G worth buying?
On paper it is a mid-tier phone (55/100 on our spec-based index) — the class most people buy for daily use, photos and light gaming. Compare its price against the alternatives below; we have not tested it ourselves.
What are the key specs of the Galaxy A55 5G?
Exynos 1480 chipset, 8 GB RAM, 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display, 50+12+5 MP rear camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W charging.
Which phones are in the same price range as the Galaxy A55 5G?
The two we name in this phone's written analysis are Xiaomi 12T Pro and Realme P3 Pro 5G — the analysis says when each one makes more sense. You can also run a direct side-by-side from the comparison page.
Why is the Galaxy A55 5G price here different from some shops?
Because it is a representative new-unit price from listings observed on 30 September 2026 (local classified listings for new units), not the official launch price and not one specific dealer's tag. Shops that bundle an official-agent warranty usually sit a little higher; grey-import listings sit lower. Use it as a reference when comparing offers.
Rivals in the same price range
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Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra
≈ JOD 255
D 802015,600 mAh6.78" 120Hz200+8+50+64 MP
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Performance index59/100
Apple · October 2020
iPhone 12 Pro
≈ JOD 259–299
A14 Bionic2,815 mAh6.1" 60Hz12+12+12 MP
Mid-tier chipsetSmall battery (2,815)3 lenses · 12 MPOLED display
Performance index59/100
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Note: Observed price for the 128GB variant (new) — source: local classified listings for new units, on 30 September 2026. A representative price from the listings we observed — not necessarily the lowest in Jordan, a specific seller's offer, or a guarantee of availability. Specs come from official manufacturer announcements and the locally available variant may differ slightly; the indices are computed from specs and we have not tested the phone ourselves. USD equivalents use the official peg.
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