Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $499 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 60/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A56
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $548
- Better camera (53/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A56 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 15 points higher (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A56 — 42/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1580 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1223886 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1353 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3832 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A56 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Samsung Galaxy A56 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (53/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A56 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.