Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,223,886).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (53/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Google Pixel 11a scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (53/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 58.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (83/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (53/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.