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Samsung Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB) vs Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy M55 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia 5 IV X Samsung Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB) 09Points
6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

50mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
17Points Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72) Compare Samsung Galaxy M55 X
6.1"
OLED

1080x2520

12
MP

12mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)} 9 Advantages Samsung Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB) vs Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)} 17 Advantages Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
+12GB LPDDR4X50%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs8GB LPDDR5
+7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)5%
Thinner
vs8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsOLED
+6.7"10%
Larger screen
vs6.1"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 2MP66%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(triple camera) 12MP + 12MP + 12MP
+1/1.56" inches9%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/1.7" inches
+(front) 50MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 12MP
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 13
+45W50%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs30W
2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)vs+3GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)11%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
UFS 2.2vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
180 grams (6.3 ounces)vs+172 grams (6.02 ounces)5%
Lighter
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
Not supportedvs+HDR8Advantage
The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
1080x2400 pixelsvs+1080x2520 pixels5%
Higher resolution screen
393 PPIvs+449 PPI14%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

34 Common items in both devices
256GB (233GB available) / 256GB (218GB available)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
120Hz
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
+27 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
ModelGalaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Other model namesGalaxy M55 5G SM-M556B/Dual-SIMSony Xperia 5 IV XQCQ72, B2TWCX0, C2TWCX0, G2TWCX0
Country or region available(Middle East)IndiaIsraelVietnam
(Middle East), India, Israel, Vietnam
ChinaSouth KoreaHong Kong
China, South Korea, Hong Kong
BrandSamsungSony
Release date3/28/20249/22/2022, Announced: 9/1/2022
Depth7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)76.5 x 163.9 millimeters (3.01 x 6.45 in)67 x 156 millimeters (2.64 x 6.14 in)
Weight180 grams (6.3 ounces)172 grams (6.02 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDOLED
Screen size6.7" inches6.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~86.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)1080x2520 pixels (21:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)393 PPI449 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass Victus
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Display featuresAlways-On DisplayHDR8
BT.2020

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
System versionAndroid 14Android 12
Firmware updateAndroid 15Android 13
User InterfaceOne UI 6.1 / 7.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (SM7450-AB) (4nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (SM8450) (4nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Single-core)
3x 2.36GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 3GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core)
3x 2.5GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core)
4x 1.79GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 644 (443MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 582102 (v10)AnTuTu: 835038 (v9)
Geekbench: 3448 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 63fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR4X8GB LPDDR5
Internal storage256GB (233GB available)
UFS 2.2
256GB (218GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps3000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6

📷 Camera

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2123°
2MP macro f/2.4
(triple camera)
12 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.460mm1/3.5"PDAFOIS
12MP ultrawide f/2.2124°16mm1/2.5"PDAF
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 120 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered24mm (lens)
Sensor size1/1.56" inches1/1.7" inches
Pixel size1µm pixel1.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras4K@30fps
1080p@30/60fps
720p@240fps (slow motion)
4K@24/30/60/120fps
1080p@30/60/120fps
Zeiss optics

📸 Front camera

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Front camera (secondary)50 megapixels12 megapixels
Front camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered24mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.9" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.25µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
LoudspeakerStereo soundStereo sound
24-bit/192kHz
Active noise cancellation2 microphones2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE5.2 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, watts45W Wired fast charging30W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedQi wireless charging
Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Dark Blue, Light Green• Colors: Black, Ecru White, Green
• PS5 Remote Play
• Sony Alpha

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy M55 (SM-M556B/DS 256GB/12GB)Sony Xperia 5 IV (XQ-CQ72)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.79W/kg (head), 1.09W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.96W/kg (head), 0.98W/kg (body)feature not registered
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