Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, launched March 2, 2025 alongside Galaxy A36 5G, elevates the A-series with flagship-like features for Indian buyers seeking power in mid-range budget. Phone pairs Exynos performance with AI smarts.
Phone measures 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm and weighs 198 grams, features premium glass front and back (Gorilla Glass Victus+) with aluminum frame ensure durability, paired with IP67 ratings.
6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Display
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Resolution measures 1080 x 2340 pixels (~385 PPI) with HDR10+ support, peak brightness of 1900 nits (1200 nits HBM), and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection for durability. The ~87.7% screen-to-body ratio via punch-hole design ensures immersive viewing.
Exynos 1580 Processor with Android 15
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G uses the Exynos 1580 chipset (4nm process), featuring octa-core setup of one Cortex-A720 at 2.9GHz (prime core), threeCortex-A720 at 2.6GHz, and four Cortex-A520 at 1.95GHz, paired with Xclipse 540 GPU (AMD RDNA 3-based) for 17% better graphics than Exynos 1480. It delivers AnTuTu scores around 750,000+ for gaming and AI tasks.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G launches with Android 15-based One UI 7, integrating Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search and Instant Slow-Mo. One UI 7 offers customizable Always On Display, Knox security with Secure Folder.
5000mAh Battery with 45W Super Fast Charging
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G features a 5000mAh battery, delivering up to 29 hours of video playback or 11-12 hours of mixed usage like browsing and gaming.
Phone support 45W Super Fast Charging, reaching 65% in 30 minutes and full charge in about 68 minutes.
50MP Rear with 12MP Selfie Camera
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G features a triple rear camera with 50MP main (f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX906 sensor), 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 123° FOV, Sony IMX258), and 5MP macro (f/2.4). It supports 4K at 30fps and 1080p at 60fps rear recording with Nightography.
Phone equips 12MP front camera (f/2.2, Samsung S5K3LC) that handles 4K at 30fps selfies with Super HDR. Galaxy AI tools like Object Eraser and Best Face enhance editing.
8/12GB RAM with Up to 256GB Storage
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G in India comes in three RAM and storage variants using LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage – 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage.
Phone does not support microSD slot for storage expansion, although RAM Plus allows virtual expansion up to 12GB from storage for smoother performance.
Water Resistant, Fingerprint Sensor and Face Unlock
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G incorporates Samsung Knox security with an in-display optical fingerprint scanner for quick biometric unlock. Knox Vault protects sensitive data like biometrics and encryption keys in a secure hardware enclave, while Secure Folder offers encrypted app/file isolation.
Phone supports face recognition, PIN/pattern/password alongside fingerprints. 6 years of security patches through 2031 ensure long-term safety for Indian banking/UPI use.
IP67 ratings provides total dust protection and withstands immersion in up to 1 meter of fresh water for 30 minutes under controlled conditions.
Connectivity and Color Options
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G offers robust connectivity for the modern 5G ecosystem. Phone supports 5G (Sub-6GHz), 4G LTE Cat.20, Wi-Fi 6e (802.11, tri-band), Bluetooth 5.4 (LE Audio, aptX HD), NFC (for UPI), and dual-band GPS.
Phone support USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 (with DisplayPort alt mode), dual nano-SIM + eSIM, Wi-Fi Direct, and SmartThings hub for IoT.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G in India comes in four color options: Awesome Olive, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Lightgray, and Awesome Pink
Price Under ₹45,000
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G prices in India start at ₹38,999 for the base variant and increases up to ₹34,999 for the top variant. The phone is available on company website, major online platforms and selected offline stores.
| 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage | ₹38,999 |
| 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage | ₹41,999 |
| 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage | ₹44,999 |