Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A56

Our Verdict: Price is a major separator between Samsung Galaxy A56 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. SIM-free listings show £349.00 for Samsung Galaxy A56 and £934.99 for Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Screen quality leans toward Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold for sharpness, with 497 PPI compared with Samsung Galaxy A56's 385 PPI. For photos and storage, Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold also has the higher-resolution front camera at 42MP against Samsung Galaxy A56's 12MP, Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold offers more headroom at up to 512GB rather than Samsung Galaxy A56's 256GB. Buy Samsung Galaxy A56 if cost is the deciding factor, and move to Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold only if the specific hardware gains above are worth the extra outlay to you.

The A56 is the cheaper one to own: around £420 over a typical contract, £781 less than the Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

Expert Rating
3.6
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.7"
Display
LTPO OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
497 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Battery
5,015 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
199 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£44.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £16.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£939.99 £229.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56
Expert Rating 3.6
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.7"
Display LTPO OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 497 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Battery 5,015 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 199 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £44.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £939.99 £229.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold

24 Months

256GB

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Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy A56

24 Months

128GB

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£16.29 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper on contract at £419.96 over the life of the deal from £16.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (199 grams vs 198 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.