Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Samsung Galaxy A56

Our verdict: If screen real estate matters, the Samsung Galaxy A56 wins at 6.7". You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A56 in your pocket at 198g. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy A35 starts at £179.99 SIM-free.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
390 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 14 Android 14
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
209 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£16.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £319.99
Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 390 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 209 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £319.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 390 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 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 Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is powered by the Exynos 1380 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is the more portable of the two — it's 11g lighter at 198 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A35 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A35 and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?

Both phones run Android 14.