Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
Buying outright, the S20 5G Fan Edition starts at £149 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy A56
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.5" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 405 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Exynos 990 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Standard 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 190 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 |
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£200.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £229.99 | £149.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has a 12 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 S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses the Exynos 990.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 8g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.