HONOR Magic V6 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 8" against 6.7" and sharper at 403 PPI, and the V6 5G goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition tops out at 128GB. The A56 Enterprise Edition is the lighter phone at 198g against 219g. Get the V6 5G if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the A56 Enterprise Edition covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A56 Enterprise Edition is the cheaper buy at £299 SIM-free.
HONOR Magic V6 5G
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 7.95" | 6.7" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 198 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£389.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £1997.99 | £299.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition's 6.7", the HONOR Magic V6 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition 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 HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition use?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is lighter but the HONOR Magic V6 5G is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 198 grams, though the HONOR Magic V6 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition run?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition 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.