Huawei Mate X3 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Huawei Mate X3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate X3 leads — 61/100 vs 60/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Huawei Mate X3 is faster in AnTuTu (1,530,652 vs 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate X3
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Huawei Mate X3 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1530652 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3832
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Higher performance (72/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 198g vs 239g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate X3 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Huawei Mate X3 scores 1 points higher (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 leads (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (67/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate X3 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1530652 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 3832 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 156.9×72.4×11.8 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate X3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate X3
- 7.8" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate X3
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate X3 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate X3 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 25.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate X3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (64/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (67/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Mate X3 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Mate X3 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Mate X3 leads on performance (72/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate X3 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Mate X3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.