Smartphone
Samsung Galaxy A56
The Galaxy A56 is Samsung's 2025 mid-range phone and one of the most sold phones in Belgium and the Netherlands. It offers a big bright screen, water resistance and six years of updates without a flagship price.
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Key specs
Display6.7" Super AMOLED, 120 HzLarge, sharp and smooth: good for video and reading.
Chip and memoryExynos 1580, 8 GB RAM, 128 or 256 GBSmooth for apps, social media and casual games.
Cameras50 MP main, 12 MP ultra-wide, 5 MP macro, 12 MP frontGood daylight photos; the main camera is the one you will use most.
Battery5,000 mAh, 45 W fast chargingEasily lasts a day; charging is fast for this price class.
Durability and updatesIP67, 6 years of Android and security updatesSurvives rain and a short dip, and stays secure for years.
What reviewers say
- Bright 6.7" 120 Hz AMOLED screen
- Six years of updates in the mid-range
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Fast 45 W charging
- Macro camera adds little
- Performance is fine but not flagship level
- Large phone, less handy with one hand
Summary of points commonly raised in professional reviews, written by Magelo. Specs are the manufacturer’s published figures.
Who it suits
Great for
- You want a reliable all-rounder without paying flagship prices
- You watch a lot of video on your phone
- You want years of updates on a budget
Less suited for
- You want a compact phone
- You want the best low-light and zoom photos
Questions and answers
Galaxy A56 or Galaxy S25?
The S25 is smaller, faster, has a telephoto camera and seven years of updates. The A56 gives a bigger screen and a bigger battery for much less money.
Is the Galaxy A56 waterproof?
It is rated IP67: it can handle rain and a short dip in fresh water, but it is not made for swimming.