Samsung Galaxy M56 vs Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5
The Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 (2024) runs on the Exynos 1480. Both devices score the same overall rating of 55/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M56 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M56 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M56
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5
What makes Samsung Galaxy M56 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 180g vs 213g
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 better?
- Better camera (42/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 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 Quantum 5 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 (80/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M56 | Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED+ | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | 161.1×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED+
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M56 and Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
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 Quantum 5 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 (80/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5?
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 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5?
The Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M56 over the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 is a better fit for active users.