Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 60/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,223,886); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 114); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 3832
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 198g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A56 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 15 points higher (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (48/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A56 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (97/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1580 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1223886 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1353 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3832 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 59.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Samsung Galaxy A56 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (73/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (97/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A56 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A56 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.