Samsung Galaxy A56 The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2025).
2025 · Mid-range · Android 15 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.7" · 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm (6.39 x 3.05 x 0.29 in)
Chipset Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
RAM 12GB | 6GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 256GB
Main Camera 50 MP · Best Face
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ Smooth Exynos 1580 (4 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ 12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ 6.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)
OS
Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
RAM
12GB | 6GB | 8GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
385 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1900 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs level 5
📷 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Multi-Camera Setup
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, f/2.4, (macro)
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Main Camera Features
Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Selfie Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps (regional availability), 10-bit HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Charging
45W wired, 65% in 30 min, 100% in 68 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
198g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm (6.39 x 3.05 x 0.29 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Colors
Pink, Olive, Graphite, Lightgray
Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support 5G?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A56 supports 5G connectivity.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support eSIM?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A56 supports eSIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A56 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A56 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 45W (45W wired, 65% in 30 min, 100% in 68 min).
Is the Samsung Galaxy A56 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 — IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 have expandable storage?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A56 does not support a memory card.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 have a headphone jack?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A56 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A56 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A56 ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 ships with Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A56 use?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A56 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A56 has 5.3, A2DP, LE.
