Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Our Verdict: The Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is 49 years newer than the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and it shows in the specs. The Z Fold 7 leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the A56 Enterprise Edition's 50MP, and the A56 Enterprise Edition packs the bigger battery, 5000mAh against 4400mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.7", while the A56 Enterprise Edition has the sharper one at 385 PPI, and the Z Fold 7 goes up to 1TB of storage, where the A56 Enterprise Edition tops out at 128GB. If you're on the Z Fold 7, the A56 Enterprise Edition is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the A56 Enterprise Edition starts at £299 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
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| Screen | 6.7" | 8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android |
| 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/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 215 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | - |
£54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £299.00 | £819.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 200 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 Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is the more portable of the two: it's 17g lighter at 198 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.