Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $1520 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 60/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1520
- Better portability (67/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 10 points higher (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, 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 Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 3832 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1021. Samsung Galaxy A56 was $1021 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Pura X Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A56 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.