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Awesome Intelligence

Shoot awesome selfie videos

Larger display for immersive gameplay1

Long battery life for all-day watching

Built to last with 6x OS upgrades

Fresh new look

Introducing the Galaxy A56 5G. With 7.4 mm thickness and 198 g weight, Galaxy A56 5G has a good grip. The enhanced cameras are grouped to match the new linear design. Galaxy A56 5G has four color options to choose from — Awesome Graphite, Awesome Lightgray, Awesome Olive and Awesome Pink.2

Awesome Intelligence

 

Circle it, Find it

Circle to Search with Google is available on Galaxy A56 5G. Just circle, highlight or tap an object or text onscreen to get Google Search results.

Turn photos into masterpieces

Object Eraser removes unwanted distractions in the background will be recognized, removed and filled in to make a flawless photo.

Filters just for you

Create your own filter or add a retro film effect to photos and videos.3

Highlight reels made easy

Create quality video effortlessly.4

Get a photo with everyone smiling

Select people's best faces in Motion Photos to create the perfect group pic.5

Capture memories in great detail

Get excellent photos and videos with the upgraded 50 MP camera on Galaxy A56 5G. It identifies the sky, skin, face, hair and grass and enhances the image quality for you instantly.

Shoot awesome selfie videos

Take amazing videos of your adventures and everyday life in Super HDR. The front camera of Galaxy A56 5G is enhanced to get optimal colors and contrast for high res selfie videos.

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Film the lively night

The cameras on the new Galaxy A56 5G are now more advanced than before, absorbing more light for low noise, high-resolution Nightography.6

Snap awesome selfies

Now, your selfies are shareable just the way they are. The improved 12 MP front camera on Galaxy A56 5G captures blur-free, vibrant photos.

Play to win with next-gen AP

Experience the powerful performance of the upgraded Octa-core processor. Plus, with a boosted cooling system and storage up to 256 GB, you can multitask, stream and play games more seamlessly than ever.

Display for immersive gameplay

Fully immerse in your favorite entertainment with a large 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display. The 1,200-nit Vision Booster adds clarity for an awesome viewing experience, in any lighting.

Long battery life for all-day watching

With a long-lasting 5,000 mAh (typical) battery, you can enjoy movie marathons for up to 29 hours without having to charge your Galaxy A56 5G.

Strong durability

The solid metal frame and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ keep the Awesome design of Galaxy A56 5G looking great. Plus, with IP67 protection, the new Galaxy A series is safe from dirt and splashes.

Up-to-date security

Built to last with 6x OS upgrades

Galaxy A56 5G supports up to 6 generations of OS upgrades and up to 6 years of security updates to keep it running as good as new.7

Keep your password secure with Knox Vault

Keep your private information safe and sound with EAL5+ certified Knox Vault.8

Samsung Galaxy Experience9

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All new One UI 7

With a new intuitive look and upgraded usability, One UI 7 makes Galaxy A56 5G easy to use.10

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The left phone's screen lists files and contacts available for sharing, while the right phone displays a notification for an incoming 'Quick Share' transfer with a preview of shared images, Quick Share icon in the center.

Share files in the moment

Use Quick Share to effortlessly send files between devices within or outside of the Galaxy, including iOS and PCs.11

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Switch effortlessly from iOS

Switching from iOS is so easy! Thanks to Smart Switch, you can transfer your photos, videos, contacts and apps effortlessly.12

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Better together with Galaxy

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Stay Secure, Stay Stylish

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[Circle to Search with Google]
Search anything on your screen and get information faster with AI Overview. Just circle an object—whether it's an image, music, video, or text—, to instantly retrieve relevant results.
[Object Eraser]
Remove unwanted objects from your photos. The background is automatically filled in to seamlessly erase selected objects.
[Edit Suggestion]
Receive AI-Generated recommendations to improve your photos and videos by adjusting aspect like colors, brightness and make the most suitable editing effects.
[Filters]
Generate your own filter with AI-powered analysis of photo filters. Create custom filters by extracting colors and styles from existing photos. Additionally, adjust contrast, saturation and color temperature with various film styles.
[Auto Trim]
Select the most important moments from your videos. AI automatically analyzes your footage to identify and keep the most engaging parts. It speeds up editing and effortlessly extracts highlights from multiple videos.
[Best Face]
Choose the best expressions from multiple motion frames and combine them into a single photo. It is especially useful for group photos or pictures where someone’s eyes may be closed or expressions are less than ideal.
[AI Select]
Get AI-powered suggestions that analyze your selected content and recommend useful actions such as making a call, editing an image, and more.
[Read Aloud]
Convert webpage content into audio so you can listen to it while browsing.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Galaxy A56 5G supports 5G connectivity. However, the availability of 5G network may vary depending on the country, region or carrier.

  • The bezel has been slimmed down to make the display size of Galaxy A56 5G 6.7 inches, which is larger than the 6.6-inch display of Galaxy A55 5G. Plus, the thickness has been reduced to make Galaxy A56 5G easy to grip in one hand.

  • Galaxy A56 5G supports intelligent features such as Circle to Search, Object Eraser, Filters, Auto Trim and Best Face.

  • The cameras of Galaxy A56 5G have been upgraded for better image qualities. With 12 MP Ultra Wide angle, 50 MP Wide angle and 5 MP Macro Camera on the back and 12 MP Selfie Camera on the front, capture awesome moments in high resolution.

  • Galaxy A56 5G features a larger 6.7" FHD+ Super AMOLED display with 1,200 nits brightness and an enhanced processor, compared to Galaxy A55 5G, which has a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with 1,000 nits brightness.

  • The battery of Galaxy A56 5G is 5,000 mAh (typical) and lasts up to 29 hours of video viewing time.

  • Galaxy A56 5G is waterproof with an IP67 rating, which means it can withstand water and dust.

  • Galaxy A56 5G supports up to 6 generations of OS upgrades and up to 6 years of security updates.

  • When you buy your smartphone on Samsung.com, you have easy access to authentic devices and Samsung services. You'll also stay informed about benefits and events happening on Samsung.com, while enjoying quick shipping and customer service, all handled by Samsung. Any issues or questions you have will be addressed directly by us, so you can have the best experience from purchase to servicing.15

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Specifications

  • Weight (g)

    198

  • CPU Speed

    2.9GHz, 2.6GHz, 1.9GHz

  • CPU Speed

    2.9GHz, 2.6GHz, 1.9GHz

  • CPU Type

    Octa-Core

  • Size (Main_Display)

    170.1mm (6.7")

  • Resolution (Main Display)

    1080 x 2340 (FHD+)

  • Technology (Main Display)

    Super AMOLED

  • Color Depth (Main Display)

    16M

  • Max Refresh Rate (Main Display)

    120 Hz

  • Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)

    50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP

  • Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)

    F1.8 , F2.2 , F2.4

  • Main Camera - Auto Focus

    Yes

  • Rear Camera - OIS

    Yes

  • Rear Camera Zoom

    Digital Zoom up to 10x

  • Front Camera - Resolution

    12.0 MP

  • Front Camera - F Number

    F2.2

  • Front Camera - Auto Focus

    No

  • Front Camera - OIS

    No

  • Main Camera - Flash

    Yes

  • Front Camera - Flash

    No

  • Video Recording Resolution

    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @30fps

  • Slow Motion

    240fps @HD

  • Memory_(GB)

    8

  • Storage (GB)

    128

  • Available Storage (GB)

    106.4

  • Number of SIM

    Dual-SIM

  • SIM size

    Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM

  • SIM Slot Type

    SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM

  • Infra

    2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD

  • 2G GSM

    GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900

  • 3G UMTS

    B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)

  • 4G FDD LTE

    B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)

  • 4G TDD LTE

    B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)

  • 5G FDD Sub6

    N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N71(600)

  • 5G TDD Sub6

    N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)

  • USB Interface

    USB Type-C

  • USB Version

    USB 2.0

  • Location Technology

    GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS

  • Earjack

    USB Type-C

  • MHL

    No

  • Wi-Fi

    802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM

  • Wi-Fi Direct

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Version

    Bluetooth v5.3

  • PC Sync.

    Smart Switch (PC version)

  • Android

  • Form Factor

    Touch Bar

  • Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing

  • Dimension (HxWxD, mm)

    162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4

  • Weight (g)

    198

  • Video Playback Time (Hours)

    Up to 29

  • Battery Capacity (mAh, Typical)

    5000

  • Removable

    No

  • Stereo Support

    Yes

  • Video Playing Format

    MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM

  • Video Playing Resolution

    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps

  • Audio Playing Format

    MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

  • Gear Support

    Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Buds FE, Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch FE, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active

  • Samsung DeX Support

    No

  • Bluetooth® Hearing Aid Support

    Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid(ASHA)

  • SmartThings Support

    Yes

  • Mobile TV

    No

  • Security Update Period (Valid until)

    31 March 2032

User manual & downloads

User Manual (Android 15)

ver 1.1 | 4.81 MB

Apr 29. 2025

ENGLISH

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User Manual (Android 15)

ver 1.1 | 4.81 MB

Apr 29. 2025

ENGLISH

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User Manual (Android 15)

ver 1.0 | 4.34 MB

Mar 07. 2025

ARABIC

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Safety Guide

ver 2.0.1 | 4.81 MB

Mar 04. 2025

ENGLISH, SIMPLIFIED CHINESE(S.E Asia), ARABIC, BURMESE, CAMBODIAN, PERSIAN, FRENCH, HEBREW, INDONESIAN, LAOTHIAN, PORTUGUESE, THAI, TURKISH, URDU, VIETNAMESE
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* Network : The bandwidths supported by the device may vary depending on the region or service provider.

* Battery: Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.

* User Available Memory : User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.

*User Available Memory : User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed

*Battery Capacity: The actual capacity (Wh) is measured based on the battery's output current and voltage. It may differ from the capacity (Wh) indicated on the device, depending on the output power condition, the connected device’s circuit configuration, and the operation environment.

*All specifications and descriptions provided herein may be different from the actual specifications and descriptions for the product. Samsung reserves the right to make changes to this web page and the product described herein, at anytime, without obligation on Samsung to provide notification of such change. All functionality, features, specifications, GUI and other product information provided in this web page including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation. The contents within the screen are simulated images and are for demonstration purposes only.

*Wi-Fi connection and speed may vary depending on the usage environment.

*The network capacity and data transfer speed may be reduced while dual SIM cards are used at the same time.

*Size and weight may vary by the device's configuration and manufacturing process.

*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.

*Images are for illustration purposes only and the accessories are sold separately.

*Features and Specifications are accurate as of commercial launch but may be subject to change without prior notification.

*CPU Speed - Based on maximum clock speed, the maximum clock speed of performance core and efficiency core respectively.

*Battery time is based on our own laboratory measurements, and may vary depending on factors such as device settings, usage patterns and operating conditions.

*Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

*1,200 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode).

*Display received Eye Care Certification by SGS based on its ability to reduce the harmful effects of blue light.

*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,905 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

*Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2025.01.16-2025.01.27 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-A566 5G under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave Network.

*Network: 5G network availability may vary depending on the country, network provider and user environment.