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Samsung Samsung Galaxy A56

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Samsung Galaxy A56

Samsung Galaxy A56 is strongest when you care about mid-range Android and Samsung value. At about $399, judge it by whether those strengths fix a real daily problem rather than by the longest spec sheet.

Buying verdict

Choose Samsung Galaxy A56 if mid-range Android matters more than chasing the absolute top-tier option. Skip it if no telephoto zoom.

Best for mid-range AndroidBest for Samsung valueBest for long updates

Score

8.4 / 10

Reference price

$399

Released

Mar 10, 2025

Reference price, not a live offer. Editorial data date Jul 27, 2026. Specs and availability can vary by configuration, region, and retailer. Status: available.

No official product reference is published for this entry yet. Treat listed specifications as editorial reference data and confirm purchase-critical details with the manufacturer.

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Should you buy it?

A practical ownership call

  • Buy it if you want mid-range Android and Samsung value.
  • Skip it if foldables and ultra-thin designs introduce durability trade-offs.
  • Check current US street pricing before paying launch-level money.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Strong everyday fit for mid-range Android
  • Software support window is easier to plan around
  • Reference US pricing around $399 makes the trade-offs easier to evaluate

Cons

  • Foldables and ultra-thin designs introduce durability trade-offs
  • Higher-end rivals can still justify the jump if you need peak performance
  • Storage and RAM configs get expensive once you leave the base model

Key specs

Display
6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Needs confirmation
Panel Type
Super AMOLED Needs confirmation
Refresh Rate
120Hz Needs confirmation
Resolution
1080 x 2340 Needs confirmation
Chipset
Exynos 1580 Needs confirmation
Memory
8GB / 12GB Needs confirmation
Storage
128GB / 256GB Needs confirmation
Expandable Storage
No microSD Needs confirmation

Buying scores

Camera

8.1

Battery

8.5

Display

8.3

Performance

8

Software Support

9.2

Value

8.7

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Availability, sources, and full notes

US availability

Samsung Galaxy A56 is tracked as a US-market option through official brand channels and mainstream electronics retailers.

Common retailers

Samsung, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target

Sources and verification

No official product reference is published for this entry yet.

Editorial specification note

Official manufacturer materials, launch documentation, and Snowyme editorial verification as of 2026-07-27.

Editorial price note

Samsung US launch and street-price patterns are tracked as editorial USD references, not live retailer checkout prices.

Specifications

24 tracked specs across 10 groups · No official product reference is published for this entry yet.

Display

Display
6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Needs confirmation
Panel Type
Super AMOLED Needs confirmation
Refresh Rate
120Hz Needs confirmation
Resolution
1080 x 2340 Needs confirmation

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 1580 Needs confirmation
Memory
8GB / 12GB Needs confirmation

Storage

Storage
128GB / 256GB Needs confirmation
Expandable Storage
No microSD Needs confirmation

Camera

Main Camera
50MP OIS wide Needs confirmation
Ultra Wide
12MP ultra wide Needs confirmation
Telephoto / Zoom
5MP macro / utility lens Needs confirmation
Front Camera
12MP front Needs confirmation
Video Capture
4K30 / 4K60 limited Needs confirmation

Battery

Battery
5000mAh Needs confirmation
Wired Charging
45W wired Needs confirmation
Wireless Charging
No wireless charging Needs confirmation

Design

Weight
approx. 198g Needs confirmation
Dimensions
approx. 162 x 78 x 7.4 mm Needs confirmation
Build
Armor aluminum frame options, glass front Needs confirmation

Durability

Water Resistance
IP67 Needs confirmation

Software

Operating System
Android 15 with One UI Needs confirmation
Update Policy
6 OS upgrades + 6 years security Needs confirmation

Connectivity

Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, UWB on select markets Needs confirmation

Security

Biometrics
Under-display fingerprint, face unlock Needs confirmation