Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the Galaxy A56 is the cheaper option and the Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition the premium one. The A56 has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.2", while the S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper one at 416 PPI. Storage goes higher on the A56, up to 256GB against 128GB, and the S25 Enterprise Edition is the lighter phone at 162g against 198g. Unusually, the cheaper A56 takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A56 is the cheaper buy at £230 SIM-free.
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A56
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.2" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 162 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 |
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £229.99 | £549.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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 S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition is the more portable of the two: it's 36g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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 S25 Enterprise Edition run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.