Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A55 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads — 37/100 vs 11/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A55 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't; the Vivo Y53t 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 213g).

The Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 26 points (37/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A55
Performance 5
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 37
Design 33
Value for money 79
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A55 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (5/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 213g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A55 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A55 scores 26 points higher (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (79/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A55: The Samsung Galaxy A55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A55 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Samsung Exynos 1480 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 1031048
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 3200
Display 6.6" Super AMOLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 2340x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W
DXOMark (camera) 108
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 / One UI 6.1 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 161.1×77.4×8.2 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 213 g 186 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
48
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • 6.6" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A55
$449
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (48/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (67/100 vs 33/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 26 points (37/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on performance (5/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A55 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.