Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $459 and $499. Both devices score the same overall rating of 61/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 is faster in AnTuTu (1,251,512 vs 1,063,109); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Pro better?
- Faster charging: 50W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $499
- Better camera (64/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1251512 vs 1063109
- Better Geekbench Single: 1353 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3832 vs 3390
- Lighter: 198g vs 201g
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 received the same MobileRank rating — 61/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (64/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 46/100, 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 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1063109 | 1251512 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A56 leads Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by 15.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Nothing Phone (3a) Pro was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
Both devices scored 61/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy A56 (65/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on performance (65/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.