Galaxy A56 5G vs Galaxy S24 FE
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Galaxy S24 FE edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: Galaxy A56 5G 68 · Galaxy S24 FE 72 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The Galaxy S24 FE's Exynos 2400e is simply the faster chip.
The Galaxy S24 FE has the stronger camera system (3 real rear lenses vs 2).
5,000mAh vs 4,700mAh — the Galaxy A56 5G lasts longer between charges.
The Galaxy S24 FE is supported until Oct 2031 — 6 months longer than the Galaxy A56 5G.
Overall value goes to the Galaxy S24 FE at $7.86 per month of safe use.
Full spec table
| Spec | Galaxy A56 5G | Galaxy S24 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $450 | $499 |
| Display | 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits | 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, FHD+, up to 120Hz, up to 1900 nits |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 | Exynos 2400e |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired (charger not included) | 25W wired, 15W wireless |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main (OIS), 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro | 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 8MP telephoto 3x |
| Dimensions | 162.2 × 77.5 × 7.4 mm | 162.0 × 77.3 × 8.0 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 213 g |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
| Supported until | Mar 2031 | Oct 2031 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.