Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition vs TCL 4042 S

Our Verdict: With Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition versus TCL 4042 S, the stronger argument is display quality. The Samsung has the useful edge there with a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 385 PPI display, and its Super AMOLED panel. The TCL still has a role if you prefer a lighter 111g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Samsung is the stronger choice for display quality, with the TCL better suited to portability.
Screen
6.7" 2.8"
Display
Super AMOLED QVGA
Resolution
1080 x 2340 240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch
385 143
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels N/A
Front Camera
12 Megapixels N/A
Chipset
Exynos 1580 (4 nm) UMS9117-L (T107)
Battery
5,000 mAh 1,500 mAh
Storage
128GB
OS
Android 14 Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 -
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0
Dimensions
162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight
198 grams 111 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts
- £7.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£299.00 -
Samsung Galaxy A56  Enterprise Edition Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition TCL 4042 S TCL 4042 S
Screen 6.7" 2.8"
Display Super AMOLED QVGA
Resolution 1080 x 2340 240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch 385 143
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels N/A
Front Camera 12 Megapixels N/A
Chipset Exynos 1580 (4 nm) UMS9117-L (T107)
Battery 5,000 mAh 1,500 mAh
Storage 128GB
OS Android 14 Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 -
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0
Dimensions 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight 198 grams 111 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts - £7.50/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £299.00 -
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the TCL 4042 S's 2.8", the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 143, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses a Super AMOLED panel while the TCL 4042 S has a QVGA.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 4042 S has a N/A rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and TCL 4042 S use?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the TCL 4042 S uses the UMS9117-L (T107).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or TCL 4042 S?

The TCL 4042 S is the more portable of the two: it's 87g lighter at 111 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the TCL 4042 S is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition and TCL 4042 S run?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition runs Android 14 and the TCL 4042 S runs Mocor (RTOS). This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.