Redmi 11A vs Samsung Galaxy A56
Comparing the Redmi 11A (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads — 43/100 vs 16/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.
Redmi 11A
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Overall rating 16/100
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi 11A vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Samsung Galaxy A56 scores 27 points higher (43/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 11A | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1222280 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1356 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3888 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 198 g | |
| Price | — | $340 |
Redmi 11A
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 11A
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 11A
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 11A
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (53/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A by 27 points (43/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Redmi 11A has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 11A over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.