Apple iPhone 11 vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

โœ“ Head-to-Head Comparison: โ€ข PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 11 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 11

AED 1,399

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 60/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

AED 2,599

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 77/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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โš–๏ธ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 11 starts from AED 1,399, saving approximately AED 1,200 over Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (AED 2,599). Choose Apple iPhone 11 for superior price-to-performance, or Samsung Galaxy A55 5G if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 11?

  • โœ“ More affordable by AED 1,200 (46% lower price)
  • โœ“ Lighter in-hand weight (194g vs 213g)
  • โœ“ Powered by Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)

Why choose Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

  • โœ“ Larger display screen (6.6" vs 6.1")
  • โœ“ Higher primary camera resolution (50MP vs 12MP)
  • โœ“ Higher selfie camera resolution (32MP vs 12MP)

๐Ÿ† Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0โ€“100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone 11 (60/100) vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (77/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | Samsung: 87
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 68 | Samsung: 86
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Samsung: 55
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | Samsung: 57
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | Samsung: 77
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 65 | Samsung: 83

โœจ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

๐ŸŽฎ Best for High-FPS Gaming
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

Scores 57/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

๐Ÿ“ธ Best for Photography & Video
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

Scores 86/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

โšก Battery & Fast Charging King
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

Scores 77/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Best Price-to-Performance Value
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

Scores 83/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

๐Ÿ“ก UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone 11 vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 11 Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
Starting Verified Price AED 1,399
at UAE Retail Stores Advantage
AED 2,599
at UAE Retail Stores
Display & Refresh Rate 6.1 inches (~79.0% screen-to-body ratio), Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ) 6.6 inches (16.76 cm), Super AMOLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution 828 x 1792 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~326 ppi density) 1080x2340 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Samsung Exynos 1480
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB LPDDR4X RAM 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera Dual: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 120หš, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 5 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" + SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor) 32 MP f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera Advantage
Battery & Fast Charging N/A 5000 mAh - Fast, 25W
5G Network Support GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 18 Android v14
Build, Weight & Protection 194 g (6.84 oz), Glass front (Corning-made), glass back (Corning-made), aluminum frame (7000 series) Advantage 213 grams, Back: Gorilla Glass, IP67

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 11 vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

Both Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy A55 5G have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone 11 starts from AED 1,399, whereas Samsung Galaxy A55 5G starts from AED 2,599. Apple iPhone 11 offers better value for money by being AED 1,200 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy A55 5G in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 11 is priced about AED 1,200 lower than Samsung Galaxy A55 5G based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

Apple iPhone 11 features Dual: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 120หš, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" with a high-capacity battery. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy A55 5G comes with 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 5 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera and a 5000 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.