Samsung Galaxy M56 5G is a mid-range phone launched in India on 17 April 2025, positioned as one of Samsung’s slimmest M‑series devices with long‑term software support and a focus on camera and battery performance.
6.7‑inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED+ Display
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G features a 6.7‑inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED+ display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Phone has resolution of 1080 × 2340 pixels, with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and roughly 382 ppi, giving sharp text and detailed visuals for movies and gaming.
The peak brightness goes up to about 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode, while Vision Booster adjusts contrast and colour so the display stays readable even under strong sunlight.
The front glass is Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, offering stronger protection against scratches and minor drops than older Gorilla Glass generations, which is uncommon in this mid‑range segment.
Exynos 1480 Processor with Android 15
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G uses Samsung’s 4 nm Exynos 1480 chipset, with an octa‑core CPU configuration of 4 Cortex‑A78 performance cores at up to 2.75 GHz and 4 Cortex‑A55 efficiency cores at up to 2.0 GHz
Phone runs Android 15 with One UI 7, including Galaxy AI features like AI photo editing and improved system intelligence for calls and typing.
Samsung has committed to up to 6 major Android version upgrades and around 6 years of security patches for the M56.
5000mAh Battery with 45W Fast Charging
Samsung Galaxy M56 5Gpacks 5,000 mAh, non‑removable battery, using Samsung’s usual lithium‑ion cell optimized for the slim 7.2 mm chassis.
Samsung claimed fully charged battery to last full day of heavy use and up to around 26 hours of continuous video playback in ideal conditions.
The phone supports 45 W Super Fast Charging over USB‑C, with 0–50% typically taking about 25–30 minutes and a near‑full charge in under an hour when using a compatible 45 W charger.
50MP Rear with 12MP Selfie Camera
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G equipped with triple camera with 50 MP main sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), 8 MP ultra‑wide camera, and 2 MP macro lens, with LED flash, HDR and panorama support.
Phone has a 12MP front camera, supporting HDR photos and 4K 30 fps 10‑bit HDR video for sharper vlogs and reels.
Rear camera records up to 4K 30 fps and 1080p 30/60 fps, with Nightography enhancements, Portrait 2.0 with 2x zoom, and AI tools like Object Eraser, Image Clipper and Edit Suggestions.
8GB RAM with Up to 256GB Storage
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G comes with single option of 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM with two variants of 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Thesre is no options of microSD card slot for storage expansion.
Fingerprint Sensor and Face Unlock
Galaxy M56 5G has good basic fall protection thanks to Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back although it does not have any official IP rating for water or dust resistance.
Galaxy M56 5G supports secure screen‑lock options such as in‑display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, PIN, pattern and password, plus Auto Blocker to stop unauthorised sideloading and potentially harmful actions.
Phone has privacy tools like Permission Manager, Privacy Dashboard, Secure Folder, and per‑app access controls help users restrict camera, mic, location and files access. It has built‑in Find My Mobile which allows remote lock, data wipe and locating the device if lost.
Samsung promises around 6 years of security updates and 6 major Android OS upgrades for the M56, keeping vulnerabilities patched far longer than typical mid‑range phones.
Connectivity and Color Options
Galaxy M56 5G supports modern 5G networks along with a full set of 4G/3G/2G bands, dual‑SIM, Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB‑C.
Phone uses USB Type‑C 2.0 with OTG support for data transfer and attaching peripherals. Phone does not have 3.5 mm headphone, so wired audio needs a Type‑C headset or adapter. FM radio is also not not provided in the phone.
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G is available in two color options in the Indian market: Light Green and Black.
Price
Samsung Galaxy M56 5G is priced at ₹27,999 for the base variant of 8GB RAM with 128GB storage. The higher variant of 8GB RAM with 256GB storage is priced at ₹30,999. Prices may vary depending on seller and market promotions.