Samsung Galaxy M55s 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Samsung Galaxy M55s 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 5000mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $249…

Samsung
Galaxy M55s 5G
$249
3categories won

vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
8categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo iQOO Neo 9 takes the overall win
The vivo iQOO Neo 9 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy M55s 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy M55s 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iQOO Neo 9. Choose the iQOO Neo 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy M55s 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
iQOO Neo 9 takes battery honors offering 5,160 mAh alongside 120W charging.
iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Galaxy M55s 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
Galaxy M55s 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $249 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Galaxy M55s 5G vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 393 ppi | 453 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits | 1400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 590,000 | 1,620,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2850 | 5440Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,160 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 180 gWinner | 190 g |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP54 |
| Build | Sleek polycarbonate frame with fusion patterned back, glass front | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy M55s 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $249Winner | $699 |
Samsung Galaxy M55s 5G
The Galaxy M55s 5G is a sleek mid-ranger from Samsung featuring a slim 7.8mm chassis, vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED+ display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 4nm processor, 50MP OIS rear camera, and a high-resolution 50MP selfie shooter with 45W wired fast charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14