Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus
Buying outright, the S21+ 5G starts at £139 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A56
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Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 393 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 64 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Exynos 2100 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 |
| 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 161.4 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 202 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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| SIM-free | £229.99 | £139.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 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 S21 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus uses the Exynos 2100.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 198 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 161.4 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 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 S21 Plus run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus runs Android 11. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.