Galaxy A56 5G vs Galaxy A57 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 3 points overall, so it depends on you: keep phones for years → Galaxy A57 5G (supported until Apr 2032); want maximum speed → Galaxy A56 5G (Samsung Exynos 1580).
Value Score: Galaxy A56 5G 69 · Galaxy A57 5G 66 — methodology
Who should pick which
Beyond the scores — our take on each phone and the buyer it actually suits.
Samsung's mid-ranger grew up: six years of updates, a big 120Hz AMOLED, and 45W charging that embarrasses the flagship S25 — the A56 is the sensible Samsung for most people.
Pick it if
- ✓ Mid-range buyers who keep phones for years
- ✓ Big-screen fans on a budget
Skip it if
- ✗ You play demanding games
- ✗ You want wireless charging
The Galaxy A57 5G brings 45W charging, an IP68 rating, and Samsung's 6-year update promise to the mid-range, undercutting the flagship-adjacent Galaxy S25 FE on value.
Pick it if
- ✓ Budget buyers who want flagship-grade update longevity
- ✓ Buyers prioritizing durability (IP68, Victus+) over raw performance
Skip it if
- ✗ You want the fastest mid-range chipset for gaming
- ✗ You need Wi-Fi 7 or the latest Bluetooth standard
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 A56 5G's Samsung Exynos 1580 is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
Battery capacities are close enough not to decide this.
The Galaxy A57 5G is supported until Apr 2032 — 13 months longer than the Galaxy A56 5G.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Frequently asked
Is the Galaxy A56 still supported in 2026?
Yes — it's young. Samsung promises six years of OS and security updates for the A56, so it's supported until March 2031. Buying in mid-2026 leaves nearly five years of safe use.
How long will the Galaxy A56 get updates?
Until March 2031: six Android generations and six years of security patches from its March 2025 launch — a policy Samsung announced for the A56, A36, A26, and A16 at MWC 2025.
How long will the Galaxy A57 5G receive updates?
Samsung guarantees six years of Android OS upgrades and six years of security patches for the A57 5G, launched April 2026. That puts end-of-support around April 2032 — matching Samsung's A5x-series promise and beating most Android rivals at this price.
Is the Galaxy A57 5G better value than the Galaxy S25 FE?
For most buyers, yes on longevity-per-dollar: the A57 costs roughly half as much and still gets six years of updates, though the S25 FE has a faster Snapdragon chipset, better cameras, and one extra guaranteed update year.
Full spec table
| Spec | Galaxy A56 5G | Galaxy A57 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $425 | $500 |
| Display | 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, HDR10+ | 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+, 1080x2340, 120Hz |
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 1580 | Samsung Exynos 1680 |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 45W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro | 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro |
| Dimensions | 162.2 × 77.5 × 7.4 mm | 161.4 × 77.4 × 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 179 g |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
| Supported until | Mar 2031 | Apr 2032 |
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