Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M56
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480. Both devices score the same overall rating of 55/100.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
Samsung Galaxy M56
What makes Samsung Galaxy A27 5G better?
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M56 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 180g vs 185g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 33/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M56 received the same MobileRank rating — 55/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (34/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M56 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A27 5G | Samsung Galaxy M56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED+ | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED+
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and Samsung Galaxy M56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M56
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (34/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M56 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M56?
Both devices scored 55/100. They are identical on performance — 60/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Samsung Galaxy M56 (80/100 vs 74/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy M56 — 55/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy M56 is a better fit for active users.