Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
If you'd rather pay up front, the S23 FE is the cheaper buy at £179 SIM-free.
10 reviews 3.6
11 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A56
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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
3.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.4" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 403 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 209 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP53 - dust and splash protection |
| Contracts |
£20.00/mo
£200.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £229.99 | £179.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a 50 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 S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 198 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is actually the more compact phone at 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.