Samsung Galaxy M36 5G VS Samsung Galaxy M56 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G weighs 197 g, while the Samsung Galaxy M56 5G is lighter at 180 g. The M36 is also slightly larger in terms of height, measuring 164.4 mm compared to the M56's 162 mm. The M36 is a bit wider as well, with a width of 77.9 mm, while the M56 has a width of 77.3 mm. In terms of thickness, the M36 is 7.7 mm thick, slightly thicker than the M56, which is 7.2 mm.

When comparing volume, the M36 has a larger size at 98.61 cm³, whereas the M56 has a volume of 90.16 cm³.

Both models do not feature a rugged build, nor can they be folded.

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M56 5G both feature an OLED/AMOLED display type, ensuring vibrant colors and deep blacks. The screen size is slightly larger on the M56, with a 6.74″ display compared to the M36's 6.7″. In terms of pixel density, the M36 has a marginally higher value at 385 ppi, while the M56 comes in at 382 ppi.

Both devices share identical resolution, offering 1080 x 2340 px, and they also have a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals. Both models are equipped with Gorilla Glass Victus for branded damage-resistant glass.

Neither the M36 nor the M56 supports HDR10 or HDR10+, and neither has Always-On Display, Dolby Vision support, or a secondary screen. Both smartphones also feature a touch screen.

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and Samsung Galaxy M56 5G both come with 256GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM, ensuring solid performance for multitasking and storage needs. The M36 is powered by the Samsung Exynos 1380 chipset, while the M56 uses the newer Exynos 1480 chipset. The M36's CPU runs at 4 x 2.4 GHz and 4 x 2.0 GHz, while the M56 features slightly faster CPU speeds with 4 x 2.75 GHz and 4 x 2.05 GHz.

In terms of GPU performance, the M36 uses the Mali G68 MP5 GPU, with a clock speed of 950 MHz, while the M56 is equipped with the Xclipse 530 GPU and a higher clock speed of 1300 MHz. Both devices have a GPU that supports integrated graphics and DirectX 12.

The Geekbench 6 results show the M36 scoring 2758 in multi-core and 1007 in single-core tests, while the M56 scores 3398 in multi-core and 1161 in single-core, indicating a performance advantage for the M56. Both models feature a semiconductor size of 5 nm for the M36 and 4 nm for the M56, with both supporting 64-bit processing, multithreading, and HMP technology. Additionally, both devices offer the same maximum memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, OpenCL version 2, and four memory channels, though the M56 supports up to 12GB of maximum memory, compared to the M36's 8GB.

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and Samsung Galaxy M56 5G both feature a triple-lens main camera setup with 50 MP, 8 MP, and 2 MP sensors, along with wide apertures of 1.8f, 2.2f, and 2.4f respectively. Both devices also support 2160 x 30 fps video recording, optical image stabilization, phase-detection autofocus, and slow-motion video recording. Additionally, both phones offer manual controls for exposure, ISO, and focus, along with the ability to create panoramas in-camera.

The front cameras differ slightly: the M36 has a 13 MP front camera with a 2.2f aperture, while the M56 comes with a 12 MP front camera, also with a 2.2f aperture. Both front cameras lack a front-facing LED flash, and neither features a dual-lens front camera or supports HDR10 or Dolby Vision recording.

Both models include features such as continuous autofocus when recording movies, touch autofocus, and the ability to shoot timelapse videos. They do not support 3D photo/video recording, laser autofocus, or a front-facing camera under the display. The number of flash LEDs is the same for both, with 1 LED, and neither has a BSI sensor or dual-tone LED flash.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and M56 5G run on Android 15 and include similar privacy and customization features. They both have clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera/microphone privacy options, theme customization, and the ability to block app tracking. Neither model has Mail Privacy Protection, and both can offload apps, provide customizable notifications, and support widgets.

When it comes to specific functionalities, both devices support on-device machine learning, notification permissions, media picker, and the ability to play games while they download. They also share features such as dark mode, battery health check, extra dim mode, Live Text, full-page screenshots, split-screen support, PiP (Picture-in-Picture), and offline voice recognition. Both also have voice commands and can track the current position of the device.

There are a few features that both phones lack, such as focus modes, dynamic theming, Wi-Fi password sharing, Quick Start, and the ability to be used as a PC. Neither device blocks cross-site tracking, and both support a multi-user system and have a child lock. Additionally, they both offer sharing intents, but neither gets direct OS updates.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and M56 5G are equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable battery, ensuring long-lasting power. Neither model supports wireless charging. The M36 supports fast charging at 25W, while the M56 offers a faster charging speed of 45W. The M36 comes with a charger in the box, while the M56 does not provide a charger with the device.

Both phones feature a battery level indicator, allowing users to easily monitor battery status. Neither device has a removable battery.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and M56 5G lack a 3.5 mm audio jack, so wired audio connections are not supported on either device. Neither phone comes with stereo speakers or supports aptX, LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, or aptX Lossless audio technologies.

Additionally, neither model includes a radio feature for FM or other broadcasts.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and M56 5G support 5G connectivity and offer similar Wi-Fi capabilities, supporting Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). Both devices feature 2 SIM card slots, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C, and USB version 2. The M36 includes NFC, while the M56 does not.

Both phones have identical download and upload speeds of 3790 MBits/s and 1280 MBits/s, respectively. They also share a fingerprint scanner, a gyroscope, GPS, a compass, and an accelerometer. Neither device has an emergency SOS via satellite feature, crash detection, or DLNA certification. Additionally, both phones support Galileo and lack an infrared sensor, barometer, HDMI output, 3D facial recognition, iris scanner, and a built-in projector.

Neither model includes motion tracking, optical tracking, or a stylus. The M36 supports NFC, while the M56 does not, but both have cellular modules for network connectivity.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G and M56 5G come equipped with a video light, enabling users to record videos in low-light conditions. Neither device features sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.

The specifications for these aspects are identical for both models, with no differences in display features or material used.