Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A56 are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 15 leads in performance and build. Samsung Galaxy A56 leads in camera and display.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 15
Best for users who prioritize performance and build.
Samsung Galaxy A56
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differencePanel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.1" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1179 x 2556Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Phone B leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 2000 nitsBetter | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 461 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 6GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | LPDDR5 | Not available |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 3.46GHzBetter | 2.9GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | 6 | Not available |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 2x3.46GHz + 4x2.02GHzBetter | 1x2.9GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.9GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 1354651Better | 908689 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 1354651Better | 908689 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | 2600 | Not available |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone A leads | 6526Better | 3899 |
Storage Phone A leads | 512GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Phone A leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)Better | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Xclipse 540 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 48MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.56 | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | 2x | Not available |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | 10x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.Better | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Sony IMX714 | Not available |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps (regional availability), 10-bit HDR |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 15 and Galaxy A56 are closely matched. Display Size: 6.7" vs 6.1" Resolution: 1179 x 2556 vs 1080 x 2340 The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and build. iPhone 15 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Galaxy A56 offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 83,720 – Rs 187,320 | ≈ Rs 97,860 |
| PTA | Rs 165,000 | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy A56 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 15 leads in Performance, Build, Software. Samsung Galaxy A56 leads in Camera, Display, Battery.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 15 advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 15 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 15 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy A56 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy A56 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 15: non-PTA approximately Rs 83,720 – Rs 187,320; PTA Rs 165,000. Samsung Galaxy A56: non-PTA approximately Rs 97,860; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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