Motorola Razr Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A56
Over a full contract, the A56 works out around £420 all-in, about £1121 less than the Razr Fold.
10 reviews 3.8
10 reviews
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Motorola Razr Fold
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Samsung Galaxy A56
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 8.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2232 x 2484 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 412 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.1 x 144.5 x 4.7 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 243 grams | 198 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£439.00 upfront |
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1797.00 | £229.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Razr 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 Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger screen at 8.1" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56's 6.7", the Motorola Razr Fold has the sharper display at 412 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Razr Fold uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Razr 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 Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Razr Fold is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?
The Motorola Razr Fold is powered by the Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is the more portable of the two: it's 45g lighter at 198 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, the Motorola Razr Fold is slimmer at 4.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Razr Fold is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?
The Motorola Razr Fold runs Android 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.