Samsung Galaxy A55 (SM-A556E) — AFR
Samsung Galaxy A55 Released 2024, March 15 | 213g, 8.2mm thickness | Android 14, up to 4 major upgrades | 128GB/256GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) | Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Samsung Galaxy A55 Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| 5G | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| 4G | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
Samsung Galaxy A55 body Specifications
| SIM | · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| Weight | 213 g (7.51 oz) |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in) |
Samsung Galaxy A55 MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.68 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | Iceblue, Lilac, Navy, Lemon |
Samsung Galaxy A55 display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.6 inches, 106.9 cm 2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) |
Samsung Galaxy A55 Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Samsung Galaxy A55 Platform Specifications
| GPU | Xclipse 530 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 |
Samsung Galaxy A55 Battery Specifications
| Charging | 25W wired |
| Battery | Li-Ion 5000 mAh |
Samsung Galaxy A55 memory Specifications
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Samsung Galaxy A55 Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
AFR Region Firmware Info
AFR - KenyaA CSC (Consumer Software Customization) code ties a Samsung firmware build to the country and carrier it was released for, controlling branding, available languages and which OTA updates a device receives. The AFR code is used in Kenya by Safaricom, Airtel Kenya, Telkom Kenya, Finserve, with one Samsung Galaxy A55 firmware version known so far.
Samsung Galaxy A55 AFR Firmware ArchiveOfficial Samsung Galaxy A55 firmware for the Kenya AFR region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Samsung Galaxy A55 Combination & Special FilesCombination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy A55 (SM-A556E) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AFR Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the AFR CSC on the Samsung Galaxy A55?+
The AFR CSC is used by Safaricom, Airtel Kenya, Telkom Kenya, and Finserve in Kenya. Flash the AFR firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy A55 firmware versions are available for the AFR region?+
Currently one known Samsung Galaxy A55 firmware version is available for the AFR (Kenya) region.
How is the AFR CSC different from other region codes?+
Samsung ties every firmware build to one of roughly 599 CSC (Consumer Software Customization) codes, each tied to a specific country and carrier. AFR is the code for Kenya (Safaricom, Airtel Kenya, Telkom Kenya, and Finserve) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.