Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
198 g |
| thickness |
7.4 mm |
| width |
77.5 mm |
| height |
162.2 mm |
| volume |
93.0217 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP67 |
| French Repairability Index |
8.4 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G has a sleek design with a 7.4 mm thickness and a weight of 198 g, offering a slim and manageable feel. Its IP67 rating ensures water resistance, protecting it against dust and submersion in water. The phone's dimensions include a height of 162.2 mm and a width of 77.5 mm, providing a comfortable grip. While it lacks a rugged build or foldable design, it features a solid repairability index of 8.4 on the French Repairability scale.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.7" |
| pixel density |
385 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2340 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
1200 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass Victus |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✓ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G features a 6.7″ OLED/AMOLED display, offering vibrant colors and deep contrast. It has a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px and a pixel density of 385 ppi, providing sharp and detailed visuals. The display supports HDR10 and HDR10+ for enhanced color and contrast, and the brightness reaches up to 1200 nits for clear visibility even in bright environments. Additionally, the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus, offering resistance to damage and scratches. The Always-On Display feature ensures important information is always visible without unlocking the device.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
12GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
932578 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Samsung Exynos 1580 |
| GPU name |
Xclipse 530 |
| CPU speed |
1 x 2.9 & 3 x 2.6 & 4 x 1.95 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
3893 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
1360 |
| 3DMark Wild Life benchmark |
4836 |
| GPU clock speed |
1300 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
3200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
51.2 GB/s |
| pixel rate |
0.2274 GPixel/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
4 |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| GPU turbo |
1300 MHz |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| L3 core |
4 MB/core |
| shading units |
256 |
| L3 cache |
4 MB |
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G is powered by the Samsung Exynos 1580 chipset and 12GB of RAM, offering strong performance across a variety of tasks. It features a 256GB internal storage and supports a maximum of 12GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking. With a clock speed of 2.9 GHz on its highest core, it delivers fast processing, while the integrated Xclipse 530 GPU with a clock speed of 1300 MHz enhances graphic performance. The device also supports multithreading and utilizes big.LITTLE technology for efficient power distribution, ensuring responsive performance even during demanding tasks.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 12 & 5 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.2 & 2.4f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
12MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G features a versatile 50MP + 12MP + 5MP dual-lens main camera, offering a wide aperture of 1.8f, 2.2f, and 2.4f for capturing detailed shots. It includes optical image stabilization and phase-detection autofocus, ensuring sharp images and smooth video recording at 2160 x 30 fps. The 12MP front camera with a 2.2f wide aperture is designed for high-quality selfies, and the device supports features like HDR, manual exposure, slow-motion video recording, and panorama shots. It also offers continuous autofocus for videos and a flash for low-light conditions.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G runs on Android 15, offering a range of useful features for privacy and customization. Users can enjoy clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera/microphone privacy controls. The system also supports theme customization, dynamic theming, and dark mode for a personalized experience. For multitasking, it includes split screen functionality and PiP (Picture-in-Picture). Additionally, features like on-device machine learning, battery health checks, offline voice recognition, and voice commands enhance both performance and usability, while Live Text and scrolling screenshots add further versatility to the user experience.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
45W |
| comes with a charger |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| Has an ultra power-saving mode |
✓ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| Battery life |
29 hours |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a powerful 5000 mAh battery, offering up to 29 hours of battery life. It supports fast charging at an impressive 45W, ensuring quick power-ups, though it does not feature wireless charging or include a charger in the box. The battery is rechargeable and has a useful battery level indicator to keep you informed. Additionally, the ultra power-saving mode helps conserve energy when needed, though the battery itself is not removable.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
| number of microphones |
2 |
The device is equipped with stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience, but it does not support a 3.5 mm audio jack, LDAC, or aptX Lossless. It also lacks a built-in radio. For clearer voice capture, the device features two microphones to ensure improved sound quality during calls and recordings.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
March 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM, 2 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
5100 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
1280 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers robust connectivity with 5G support, multiple Wi-Fi standards including Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3. It also features a USB Type-C port, NFC, and GPS, along with a fingerprint scanner for added security. The dual SIM functionality supports 2 SIM cards and 2 eSIMs, though there is no external memory slot. Additionally, it comes with various sensors such as a gyroscope, accelerometer, and compass, but lacks features like an infrared sensor or HDMI output.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced lighting during video captures. However, it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display, limiting some of the more advanced display options typically found in premium models.