Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S23 and Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition come from one brand but aim at different price points. There's more battery in the A56 Enterprise Edition, 5000mAh to 3900mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the A56 Enterprise Edition has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.1", while the S23 5G has the sharper one at 422 PPI. Storage goes higher on the S23 5G, up to 256GB against 128GB, and the S23 5G is the lighter phone at 167g against 198g. The A56 Enterprise Edition is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the S23 5G is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
If you'd rather pay up front, the S23 5G is the cheaper buy at £239 SIM-free.
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £299.00 | £239.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two: it's 31g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.