Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Google Pixel 10 Pro (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads — 73/100 vs 60/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4870); the Google Pixel 10 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,536,042 vs 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1536042 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2285 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6191 vs 3832
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4870 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 29W
- Lighter: 198g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Better portability (67/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Google Pixel 10 Pro scores 13 points higher (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads (80/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy A56 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (67/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1536042 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6191 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4870 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 29W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 29W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 25.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy A56 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (67/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A56 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.