Poco F6 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $290 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F6 leads — 63/100 vs 60/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F6 is faster in AnTuTu (1,704,455 vs 1,223,886); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1704455 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1930 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5017 vs 3832
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 179g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $499
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Poco F6 scores 3 points higher (63/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F6 leads (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 leads (58/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, 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 Poco F6 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F6 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Poco F6 was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco F6 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco F6 leads on performance (74/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.