itel·Budget · Released Aug 2023

P55

Budget 5G with 45W charging and 90Hz.

52/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$130
Color · Mecha Silver
Display
6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 6080
RAM
6/8 GB
Storage
128/256 GB + microSD
Battery
5000 mAh, 45W
Main camera
50 MP + AI
Weight
192 g
Quick answer

The itel P55 is a budget itel smartphone released Aug 2023, with a launch price of $130. It pairs the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 with a 6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz display, a 50 MP + AI main camera and a 5000 mAh, 45W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — The cheapest 45W 5G phone. Standout strengths: cheapest 5g with 45w charging at $130 and 90hz + 50 mp + 8 gb ram. Main trade-off: dimensity 6080 entry-tier.

AI Snapshot

The cheapest 45W 5G phone.

itel P55 claimed the title of cheapest phone with both 5G and 45W charging at $130 — itel reaching upmarket from its feature-phone roots to capture first-time 5G buyers in Africa and India.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display64
Camera54
Performance56
Battery80
Build60
  • Cheapest 5G with 45W charging at $130
  • 90Hz + 50 MP + 8 GB RAM
  • microSD + 3.5 mm jack

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz
Size
6.6 inches
Resolution
720 x 1612 px
Main
50 MP, f/1.8
Selfie
8 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v9
Δ class avg -75.3%
This
400,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the P55 compares

P55itel S25 UltraA95 5G
SpecEagle score525652
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6080Helio G100UNISOC T760 5G
Display6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz6.7" HD+ LCD 90 Hz
Main camera50 MP + AI50 MP50 MP · f/1.8
Battery5000 mAh, 45W5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$130$160$159

Frequently asked questions

When was the P55 released?

The P55 was released in Aug 2023.

How much does the P55 cost?

The P55 launched at $130 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the P55 screen size and type?

The P55 has a 6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz display.

What chipset does the P55 use?

The P55 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the P55 have?

The P55 ships with 6/8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the P55 battery capacity?

The P55 has a 5000 mAh, 45W battery.

What is the P55 main camera?

The P55 has a 50 MP + AI main camera.

Does the P55 have 5G?

The P55 supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).

Does the P55 have a headphone jack?

The P55 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the P55 weigh?

The P55 weighs 192 g.

What colours does the P55 come in?

The P55 is available in 3 colours: Mecha Silver, Meadow Green, Dusk Blue.

Is the P55 worth buying?

itel P55 claimed the title of cheapest phone with both 5G and 45W charging at $130 — itel reaching upmarket from its feature-phone roots to capture first-time 5G buyers in Africa and India. SpecEagle gives the P55 an editorial score of 52/100.

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