Midrange 5G Smartphone
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G is a mainstream midrange Android phone that combines a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 5,000 mAh battery, 45W wired charging and a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization. Samsung's U.S. and global launch material also commits the model to up to six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates, which is a meaningful ownership advantage for buyers who keep a phone for several years. The strongest practical appeal is the balance between display quality, battery capacity, IP67 protection and long software support at a sub-flagship price. Tradeoffs include no telephoto camera, a modest 5MP macro camera, no charger in the box, and configuration or color availability that can vary by market. Samsung's current U.S. retail pages continue to position the phone from $499.99, but individual unlocked SKUs may be temporarily out of stock, so availability should be checked separately from list price.
VERIFIED SPECIFICATIONS
Key facts
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, up to 120Hz; Samsung lists Vision Booster and up to 1,200 nits brightness in U.S. product material |
| Processor | Octa-core platform; Samsung publishes market-specific CPU details, so buyers should verify the exact regional SKU rather than assuming identical silicon everywhere |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main camera with autofocus and OIS + 12MP ultrawide + 5MP macro |
| Front camera | 12MP |
| Memory and storage | U.S. launch material lists 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, with 128GB and 256GB storage variants offered in the U.S.; availability varies by market |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh typical |
| Charging | Up to 45W wired charging; compatible charger sold separately |
| Durability | IP67 water and dust resistance under Samsung's stated laboratory conditions; not intended for beach or pool use |
| Dimensions and weight | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm; 198 g in Samsung's global launch specification, with market variation possible |
| Software at launch | Android 15 with One UI 7 |
| Support commitment | Up to six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates according to Samsung |
| Buyer caveat | No telephoto camera, charger sold separately, and color/storage availability can vary; IP67 protection can diminish over time and does not mean the phone is suitable for intentional water use |
OFFICIAL REGIONAL PRICING
Prices by country
Manufacturer-listed starting prices. Taxes, trade-ins, carrier offers, financing and local configuration availability can change the amount you pay.
| Country | Currency | Starting price | Configuration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | USD | $499.99 | Current Samsung U.S. starting/list price shown for Galaxy A56 5G before eligible trade-in, taxes, accessories, Samsung Care+ and temporary promotions; individual unlocked SKUs may be temporarily out of stock | Official store ↗ |
Source & freshness
Last verified: Aug 17, 2026, 11:58 AM UTC
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