Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $340 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,222,280); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 114); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A56
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $340 vs $1500
- Better portability (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1222280
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A56 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (93/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1580 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1222280 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1353 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3832 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $340 | $1500 |
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A56 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 66.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1160. Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper by $1160.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (93/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (67/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (80/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A56 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.