Samsung Galaxy A41 vs Samsung Galaxy A56

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is bigger at 6.7" while the Samsung Galaxy A41 is sharper at 431 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the Samsung Galaxy A56 and its 50MP rear camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads with a 12MP front-facing lens. At just 152g, the Samsung Galaxy A41 is the more pocket-friendly option.

Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
431 385
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
Standard SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
152 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£16.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£109.99 £319.99
Samsung Galaxy A41 Samsung Galaxy A41 Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 431 385
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type Standard SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 152 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £109.99 £319.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A41's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy A41 has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A41 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 features a 48 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 A41 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is the more portable of the two — it's 46g lighter at 152 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A41 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A41 and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 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.