Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the A56 is the cheaper buy at £230 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.1
10 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A56
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.1 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 14 | Android |
| 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 | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 155.1 x 67.1 x 15.8 mm |
| Weight | 198 grams | 263 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£20.00/mo
£200.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £229.99 | £299.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G 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 Fold4 5G?
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 Fold4 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is more compact. It's 65g lighter at 198 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is actually the more compact phone at 155.1 x 67.1 x 15.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A56 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G run?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.