Galaxy A26 5G
Galaxy A56 5G
🏆 Verdict
Galaxy A56 5G is the better pick overall by 7 points, leading in Performance, Build & durability and Charging. Galaxy A26 5G remains a strong contender elsewhere.
Galaxy A26 5G offers more for the money ($299 vs $499 at launch).
By category
Performance
Galaxy A56 5G is faster with the Samsung Exynos 1580 (performance index 50 vs 32). You notice it in heavy games and video editing, less in daily use. Galaxy A56 5G has more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB), which helps multitasking.
Camera
Galaxy A26 5G has the higher-resolution selfie camera (13 MP vs 12 MP).
Battery
Both batteries are about the same size (5,000 mAh).
Charging
Galaxy A56 5G charges faster over cable (45W vs 25W). Neither phone supports wireless charging.
Display
Galaxy A56 5G's screen gets brighter (1,200 vs 800 nits), which shows outdoors.
Build & durability
Both are similar in durability and weight.
Updates
Both have about the same update window (6 years).
Specifications
| Galaxy A26 5G | Galaxy A56 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Exynos 1380 | Chipset | Samsung Exynos 1580 |
| 6 GB / 8 GB | RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| 128 GB / 256 GB | Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| 6.7" Super AMOLED | Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED |
| 120 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| 2340×1080 (385 ppi) | Resolution | 2340×1080 (385 ppi) |
| 800 nits | Peak brightness | 1,200 nits |
| 50 MP | Main camera | 50 MP |
| 8 MP | Ultrawide | 12 MP |
| None | Telephoto | None |
| 13 MP | Front camera | 12 MP |
| 5,000 mAh | Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| 25 W | Wired charging | 45 W |
| None | Wireless charging | None |
| IP67 | Water & dust rating | IP67 |
| plastic | Frame | aluminium |
| 200 g | Weight | 198 g |
| 6 years | OS updates (estimated) | 6 years |
| $299 | Launch price | $499 |
| 2025-03 | Released | 2025-03 |
Official source: Galaxy A26 5G · Official source: Galaxy A56 5G
Galaxy A26 5G
Pros
- Lower price ($299)
Cons
- Slower chip
- No optical telephoto
- Slower charging (25W)
- No wireless charging
Galaxy A56 5G
Pros
- Faster chip (Samsung Exynos 1580)
- 12 GB RAM
- 45W charging
Cons
- No optical telephoto
- No wireless charging
- Pricier ($499)
How is the score calculated?
Each phone gets 0–100 points in seven categories (performance, camera, battery, charging, display, build, updates), computed only from its published specs, then combined with fixed, published weights. A gap under 2.5 points counts as a tie. The performance index is an estimate based on benchmark results published at launch.
Figures come from the manufacturers’ official pages. Some specs vary by market. We do not sell devices or earn commissions.