Blackview A55 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G: A Clash of Titans

The smartphone landscape is vast, offering options for every budget and need. Today, we're pitting a budget champion, the Blackview A55 Pro, against a true flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. This comparison will help you decide which device best suits your priorities.

Phones Images

🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is the clear winner in almost every category, boasting superior performance, camera capabilities, and a stunning display. However, the Blackview A55 Pro offers incredible value for those seeking a functional smartphone on a tight budget.

PHONES
Phone Names	Blackview A55 Pro	Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 40	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - SM-G998U1
5G bands	-	2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-G998U1
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
	-	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - SM-G998B

Launch
Announced	2022, March 07	2021, January 14
Status	Available. Released 2022, March	Available. Released 2021, January 29

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Dimensions	164.8 x 76.7 x 9.2 mm (6.49 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)	165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm (6.5 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Weight	197 g (6.95 oz)	227 g (Sub6), 229 g (mmWave) (8.01 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus support

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)	1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)
Size	6.53 inches, 102.9 cm2 (~81.4% screen-to-body ratio)	6.8 inches, 112.1 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
	-	Always-on display

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55) - InternationalOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA/China
Chipset	Mediatek MT6762V Helio P22 (12 nm)	Exynos 2100 (5 nm) - InternationalQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) - USA/China
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Mali-G78 MP14 - InternationalAdreno 660 - USA/China
OS	Android 11	Android 11, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	No
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
	eMMC	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash	Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Quad	-	108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 72mm (telephoto), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
Single	5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)	-
Triple	13 MP, f/1.9, (wide), AF other unspecified cameras	-
Video	1080p@30fps	8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)	40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.7µm, PDAF
Video	Yes	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG

Comms
Bluetooth	4.1, A2DP	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Radio	FM radio	FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent)
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
	-	Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support

Battery
Charging	-	25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless
Type	4780 mAh	Li-Ion 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue, White, Green	Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Titanium, Phantom Navy, Phantom Brown, Navy
Models	-	SM-G998B, SM-G998B/DS, SM-G998U, SM-G998U1, SM-G998W, SM-G998N, SM-G9980
Price	About 130 EUR	$ 240.01 / C$ 353.20 / £ 202.99 / € 264.99
SAR	-	0.77 W/kg (head) 1.02 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.71 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body)

Pricing
128GB 12GB RAM	-	$ 384.99
256GB 12GB RAM	-	$ 998.00
512GB 12GB RAM	-	$ 1,179.99
RENEWED	-	$ 459.00

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.5 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 657150 (v8) GeekBench: 3518 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Blackview A55 Pro

Extremely Affordable
Decent Battery Life
Functional for Basic Tasks

Low Performance
Basic Camera
Lower Quality Display
Limited Features

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

Exceptional Performance
Flagship Camera System
Stunning Display
Fast Charging
Premium Build Quality

High Price
Can be bulky
Software updates can be delayed

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and incredible brightness (1023 nits) is a significant upgrade over the A55 Pro’s likely lower-resolution and less vibrant display. The S21 Ultra’s infinite contrast ratio provides exceptional image quality. The A55 Pro will likely offer adequate viewing, but lacks the premium experience.

Camera Comparison

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G boasts a versatile camera system with impressive zoom capabilities and excellent image processing. The A55 Pro’s camera is likely adequate for casual snapshots, but lacks the detail, dynamic range, and features of the S21 Ultra.

Performance

The S21 Ultra’s Exynos 2100 or Snapdragon 888 chipset (depending on region) is vastly more powerful than the A55 Pro’s Helio P22. Expect significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the S21 Ultra. The A55 Pro will handle basic tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.

Battery Life

Both phones offer impressive battery life, with the S21 Ultra achieving an endurance rating of 114h. The A55 Pro, while not having a specified rating, likely offers a decent battery life due to its less power-hungry components. The S21 Ultra also supports faster charging and wireless charging.

Buying Guide

The Blackview A55 Pro is ideal for users who prioritize affordability and basic smartphone functionality – calls, texts, social media, and light browsing. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is for power users, photographers, and anyone who demands the best possible performance, camera quality, and features.