Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is display quality against portability. For the A56, that means its Super AMOLED panel and a larger 5,000 mAh battery. The Z Flip8 is easier to recommend for its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, a lighter 180g body, and 256GB to 512GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Go with the A56 for display quality; lean toward the Z Flip8 if portability is higher on your list.

Over a full contract, the A56 works out around £469 all-in, about £436 less than the Z Flip8.

Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
385 397
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 1580 (4 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 14 Android
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 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
198 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£11.00/mo (£189.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£159.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£229.99 £1147.00
Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 385 397
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 1580 (4 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 14 Android
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 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 198 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £11.00/mo
£189.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£159.00 upfront
SIM-free £229.99 £1147.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper on contract at £469.00 over the life of the deal from £11.00 per month with £189.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Z Flip8?

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 Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is the more portable of the two: it's 18g lighter at 180 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.