Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $349 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads — 61/100 vs 59/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is faster in AnTuTu (1,251,512 vs 985,261); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $499
- Better camera (57/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1251512 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 1353 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3832 vs 3000
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Samsung Galaxy A56 scores 2 points higher (61/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy A56 — 44/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 1251512 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A56 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Nothing Phone (2a) was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 edges out the Nothing Phone (2a) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 61/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on performance (65/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.