Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $420 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,223,886).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $499
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Realme GT7 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, 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 Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 97.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Realme GT7 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (84/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A56 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.