Samsung Galaxy A56 leads
by 3 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Galaxy A56 leads overall versus Galaxy A36. Performance: 55.9 vs 64.5.
Scoring profile: balanced
Samsung Galaxy A36
A solid choice with balanced features.
Samsung Galaxy A56
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Resolution
Refresh Rate
Peak Brightness
Pixel Density
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.7" | 6.7" |
Resolution Close match | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 1900 nits | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Close match | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Close match | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Cores
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 12GB | 12GB |
RAM Type Different | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 2.4GHz | 2.9GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Close match | 8 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz | 1x2.9GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.9GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 613492 | 908689Better |
AnTuTu Score Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 613492 | 908689Better |
Geekbench (Single) Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 1000 | 1400Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 2917 | 3899Better |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1Better |
Chipset Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm)Better |
GPU Different | Adreno 710 | Xclipse 540 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Aperture
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 50MP + 8MP + 5MP | 50MP + 12MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 1/1.96 | 1/1.56Better |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
Digital Zoom Close match | 10x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps (regional availability), 10-bit HDRBetter |
Camera Features Different | LED flash, panorama, HDR | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
Galaxy A56 generally outperforms Galaxy A36 across key categories. Chipset: Exynos 1580 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) This makes Galaxy A56 the better choice for most users, though Galaxy A36 may excel in specific areas.
A solid choice with balanced features across all categories.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Galaxy A56 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 59,615 | ≈ Rs 97,860 |
| PTA | Rs 119,999 | Rs 138,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Samsung Galaxy A36 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.
Samsung Galaxy A56 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Samsung Galaxy A56 is the better choice overall, winning in 3 key categories.
The top differences are: CPU Clock (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), Benchmark Score (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), AnTuTu Score (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), Geekbench (Single) (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy A56 delivers better camera performance overall.
Battery life depends on usage. Check capacity, charging speed, and efficiency.
Samsung Galaxy A36: non-PTA approximately Rs 59,615; PTA Rs 119,999. Samsung Galaxy A56: non-PTA approximately Rs 97,860; PTA Rs 138,999. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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