OnePlus Nord 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $385 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 60/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,223,886).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $499
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 211g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 7 points higher (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (66/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (67/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $499 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 51.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $114. OnePlus Nord 5 was $114 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (66/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (67/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.