Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy A71

Name: Samsung Galaxy A71
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.1 (5 reviews)

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy A71 versus Samsung Galaxy A56, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The A56 is ahead for battery size, with a larger 5,000 mAh battery, 128GB to 256GB storage, and its IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) rating; the A71 is the better match for a higher-resolution 64MP rear camera, a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, and a lighter 179g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The A56 is the better fit for battery size, while the A71 is the one to consider for portability.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A71 is the cheaper buy at £90 SIM-free.

Expert Rating

3.8
10 reviews 4.1
5 reviews

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2240

Pixels Per Inch

385 371

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 64 Megapixels

Front Camera

12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 1580 (4 nm) Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

128GB, 256GB 128GB

Android 14 Android

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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm

Weight

198 grams 179 grams

Water Resistance

IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated

Contracts

£20.00/mo (£9.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£329.99 £89.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A56	Samsung Galaxy A71
Expert Rating	3.8 10 reviews	4.1 5 reviews
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2240
Pixels Per Inch	385	371
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	64 Megapixels
Front Camera	12 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 1580 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	128GB, 256GB	128GB
OS	Android 14	Android
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	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	5.3 with A2DP, LE	5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm	163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm
Weight	198 grams	179 grams
Water Resistance	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)	Not rated
Contracts	£20.00/mo £9.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£329.99	£89.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 371, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 has a 64 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 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy A71 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two: it's 19g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy A71?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A71 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy A71 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A71 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.