Samsung Galaxy A55 5G vs OnePlus 12R: Which Is the Best Smartphone Under ₹40,000?

The mid-range smartphone battle just got hotter! Samsung's Galaxy A55 5G throws down the gauntlet at ₹40,000, but faces a fierce competitor in the OnePlus 12R (review). Both boast impressive features, but which one reigns supreme?

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G vs OnePlus 12R: Full Specs Compared

Design Clash - Key Island vs. Slim Bezels

When it comes to design, both the Galaxy A55 5G and OnePlus 12R share comparable dimensions. Yet, the A55 5G tips the scales as the heavier device and sports a unique Key Island design for its volume and power buttons, contrasting with the OnePlus 12R’s rounder silhouette and larger, more immersive display with slimmer bezels.

Personally, the Galaxy A55 looks like the rest of Samsung's recent lineup. It's hard to notice which is which if you put it side-by-side to the Samsung Galaxy S24. Samsung needs to stir things up, as its smartphones are looking pretty boring lately, with the same design spread across its budget, mid-range, and flaghship smartphones.

The OnePlus 12R takes the win in design as even though it shares the similarities to the flagship OnePlus 12, the 12R looks visually different and attractive, and don't get me started on that sweet OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition.

Display Showdown - Refresh Rates, Resolution, and Wet Fingers

Display quality is a strong suit for both models. The Galaxy A55 5G boasts a 6.6-inch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. On the other hand, the OnePlus 12R steps it up with a 6.78-inch display, superior resolution, and LTPO4 technology for enhanced power efficiency. A standout feature of the OnePlus 12R is its Aqua Touch technology, ensuring accurate display interaction even when wet.

Performance Powerhouse - Snapdragon vs. Exynos

Performance-wise, the OnePlus 12R edges out with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, offering better processing power compared to the Galaxy A55 5G’s Exynos 1480. It also provides users with more memory and storage choices, highlighting its superior performance capabilities.

Hands down, if you want the best performance, the OnePlus 12R is the obvious choice with its flagship processor.

Camera Close-Up - Triple Threat with a Twist

Camera systems in both phones include a triple camera setup, but the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G takes the lead with a higher resolution ultrawide camera (12MP vs 8MP) and a higher resolution macro camera (5MP vs 2MP). The selfie camera is also better on paper as the A55 offers a 32MP snapper as compared to the 12R's 16MP.

We need to test both the phones thoroughly to see which one click the better pics, but for now, atleast on paper, the Samsung Galaxy A55 takes the win.

Battery Brawl - Only One Fast Charging Champion

The OnePlus 12R easily wins this one with its 5500mAh battery and much, much faster 100W fast charging as compared to the Samsung Galaxy A55's 5000mAh battery and meagre 25W fast charging.

OnePlus 12R Takes the Win

Upon comparison of specs, the OnePlus 12R emerges as the more compelling option in almost every aspect, from design and display to performance and camera features. The only potential game-changer could be the Galaxy A55 5G’s camera performance, which remains to be thoroughly evaluated. Both smartphones offer distinct processors, ample storage, and RAM options, with the OnePlus 12R showcasing a flagship processor, a larger battery, and significantly faster charging technology.

To sum it up, while the OnePlus 12R evidently offers a more feature-rich and high-performing experience, the definitive verdict on the camera capabilities of the Galaxy A55 5G could yet influence consumer preference in this closely contested segment of the smartphone market.