Samsung Galaxy A56 5G (2025) Dual SIM Smartphone 8GB+256GB - Awesome Light Gray

Fresh new look

Introducing the Galaxy A56 5G. With 7.4 mm thickness and 198 g weight, Galaxy A56 5G has a good grip. The enhanced cameras are grouped to match the new linear design. Galaxy A56 5G has three colour options to choose from - Awesome Graphite, Awesome Lightgray and Awesome Pink.[2]

Circle it, Find it

Circle to Search with Google is available on Galaxy A56 5G. Just circle, highlight or tap an object or text onscreen to get Google Search results.[3]

Turn photos into masterpieces

Object Eraser removes unwanted distractions in the background will be recognised, removed and filled in to make a flawless photo.[4]

Filters just for you

Create your own filter or add a retro film effect to photos and videos.[5]

Highlight reels made easy

Create quality video effortlessly.[6]

Get a photo with everyone smiling

Select people's best faces in Motion Photos to create the perfect group pic.[7]

Capture memories in great detail

Get excellent photos and videos with the upgraded 50 MP camera on Galaxy A56 5G. It identifies the sky, skin, face, hair and grass and enhances the image quality for you instantly.[8]

Shoot awesome selfie videos

Take amazing videos of your adventures and everyday life in Super HDR. The front camera of Galaxy A56 5G is enhanced to get optimal colours and contrast for high res selfie videos.[9]

Film the lively night

The cameras on the new Galaxy A56 5G are now more advanced than before, absorbing more light for low noise, high-resolution Nightography.[10]

Snap awesome selfies

Now, your selfies are shareable just the way they are. The improved 12 MP front camera on Galaxy A56 5G captures blur-free, vibrant photos.[11]

Play to win with next-gen AP

Experience the powerful performance of the upgraded Octa-core processor. Plus, with a boosted cooling system and storage up to 256 GB, you can multitask, stream and play games more seamlessly than ever.[12]

Display for immersive gameplay

Fully immerse in your favorite entertainment with a large 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display. The 1,200-nit Vision Booster adds clarity for an awesome viewing experience, in any lighting.[13]

Long battery life for all-day watching

With a long-lasting 5,000 mAh (typical) battery, you can enjoy movie marathons for up to 29 hours without having to charge your Galaxy A56 5G.[14]

Strong durability

The solid metal frame and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ keep the Awesome design of Galaxy A56 5G looking great. Plus, with IP67 protection, the new Galaxy A series is safe from dirt and splashes.[15]

Built to last with 6x OS upgrades

Galaxy A56 5G supports up to 6 generations of OS upgrades and up to 6 years of security updates to keep it running as good as new.[16]

Keep your password secure with Knox Vault

Keep your private information safe and sound with EAL5+ certified Knox Vault.[17]

Samsung Galaxy Experience[18]

All new One UI 7
With a new intuitive look and upgraded usability, One UI 7 makes Galaxy A56 5G easy to use.[19]

Share files in the moment
Use Quick Share to effortlessly send files between devices within or outside of the Galaxy, including iOS and PCs.[20]

Switch effortlessly from iOS
Switching from iOS is so easy! Thanks to Smart Switch, you can transfer your photos, videos, contacts and apps effortlessly.[21]

Footnotes:

*Image simulated. Actual UX/UI may differ.
*Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Sequences shortened and simulated. Results for illustrative purposes only. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model. Requires internet connection. Users may need to update Android and Google app to the latest version. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off. Results may vary depending on audio matches.
*Colour and model availability may vary depending on country, region, or carrier.
*Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds FE sold separately.
*Accessories sold separately.
*Check the chart below to compare the specs of different models.
*Actual product may differ from the image shown.
*50 MP resolution is available on the Galaxy A56 5G's rear Wide-angle camera only.
*Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
*Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
*Requires optimal 5G connection. 5G network availability and actual speed may vary depending on country, region, network provider and user environment.
*Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.
*Samsung Account login may be required to use certain Samsung Intelligence Features.
*Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by Intelligence Features.
*Availability of Awesome intelligence features may vary depending on the region/country, OS/One UI version, device model, and phone carrier.
*Awesome intelligence features will be provided for free until the end of 2025 on supported Samsung Galaxy devices. Different terms may apply for Intelligence Features provided by third parties.
*Awesome Intelligence service may be limited for minors in certain regions with age restrictions over AI usage.

1. *Display size is in comparison to the previous model.
2. *Colour availability may vary by country, region or carrier.
3. *Image simulated. Actual UX/UI may differ.
*Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Sequences shortened and simulated. Results for illustrative purposes only. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model. Requires internet connection. Users may need to update Android and Google app to the latest version. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off. Results may vary depending on audio matches.
*Colour and model availability may vary depending on country, region, or carrier.
4. *Image simulated. Actual UI/UX may differ. *Results may vary based on the images and the object you're trying to remove.*Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions, invluding multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
5. *Image simulated. Actual UI/UX may differ.
*Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
6. *Maximum length per clip is 90 minutes. Maximum length of combined clips to be edited is 180 minutes. Maximum number of clips to be edited per video project is 60 clips. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
7. *Image simulated. Actual UI/UX may differ.
8. *Actual product may differ from the image shown.
*50 MP resolution is available on the Galaxy A56 5G's rear Wide-angle camera only.
*Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
9. *Compared to the previous model.
*Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
10. *Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
11. *Compared to the previous model.
*Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
12. *Image simulated for illustrative purposes.
*Requires optimal 5G connection. 5G network availability and actual speed may vary depending on country, region, network provider and user environment.
*Memory/storage options and availability may vary by country, region or carrier. Available memory/storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.
13. *Image simulated for illustrative purposes.
*Compared to the previous model.
*Requires optimal 5G connection. 5G network availability and actual speed may vary depending on country, region, network provider and user environment.
*1,200 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode).
*Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.
14. *Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.
*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,905 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
*Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2025.01.16-2025.01.27 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-A566 5G under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave Network.
15. *Image simulated for illustrative purposes.
*Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ is applied to the front and rear of the device. *Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ back glass does not include camera glass. Frame does not include volume and side keys or SIM tray.
*Galaxy A56 5G is rated as IP67. Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1 meter of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of the device is not permanent and may diminish over time due to normal wear and tear.
*IP67 certified water resistance based on lab test conditions. Water resistant up to 1m for up to 30 mins. Not suitable for high-pressure water activities and diving. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. Accuracy of results not guaranteed and may vary in real world environment. Exposure or prolong exposure to high pressure and other real world environmental elements may affect availability of some features and functions. Rinse thoroughly in fresh water after exposure to salt, sugar, chlorinated water, or liquid containing salt or sugar.
16. *Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and security updates may vary by device model and market.
17. *Image simulated for illustrative purposes.*Security features or hardware/software architecture of Samsung Knox Vault on Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones may differ from those on Samsung Galaxy flagship devices including S series, Z series, S FE series smartphones and Tab S series tablets launched from 2021 onwards.*Availability of Samsung Knox Vault may vary depending on the device model.
*Samsung has developed a security solution called Knox that is built into our devices. Data that you store in Knox is protected by encryption currently available. For more details please visit: https://www.samsungknox.com/en/knox-platform/knox-certifications. May vary between operating systems and devices.
18. *Actual UI may be different. Image simulated for illustrative purposes.
*For more information on Smart Switch and Quick Share, visit their feature service landing pages on Samsung.com.
*Available functions may vary depending on the device, country, region, carrier or the version of One UI.
19. *Some functional widgets may require a network connection and/or Samsung Account login. Availability of functions supported within the apps may vary by country.
20. *Available on devices with One UI 2.1 or above, with Android OS version 10.0 (Q) or higher installed. Bluetooth Low Energy and Wi-Fi connection are both required for Quick Share. Supports Galaxy Books, including Qualcomm-based PCs released in 2020 and later, and Windows PCs with Intel Bluetooth/Wi-Fi from other manufacturers. (OS: Windows 10 2004 version or higher, Bluetooth driver: Intel 22.50.02 or higher, Wi-Fi driver: Intel 22.50.07 or higher). Number of devices Quick Share can share to at the same time may vary depending on the Wi-Fi chip hardware of the sharing device. Actual speed may vary depending on device, network condition and user environment. The transferable type, number, capacity and expiry date of files, as well as the number of simultaneous file shares in Private Share may be limited.
21. *Wired transfers from iOS require the receiving device to have Android™ 4.3 or later and the sending device to have iOS 5 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection or iCloud. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android™ 4.0 or later and the sending device must have iOS 12 or later. iCloud transfers require the receiving device to have Android™ 4.0 or later and the sending device to have iOS 5 or later. Open Smart Switch Mobile in "Settings" on the receiving Galaxy device or download the Smart Switch Mobile app from the Galaxy Store. For wireless transfers, download Smart Switch for iOS from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad. Data, content and apps available for transfer may vary by transmission method. Contacts, gallery, videos, calendars and reminders can be transferred wirelessly from an iOS device.
22. *Subject to applicable terms and conditions.
*Delivery may vary depending on country or carrier.

* Battery : Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.
* Network : The bandwidths supported by the device may vary depending on the region or service provider.
* User Available Memory : User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.