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Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A56, Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Galaxy A57 is the strongest all-round choice for performance, storage and connectivity, with 1,363,464 AnTuTu points, 512GB and Bluetooth 6.0. The Galaxy A56 suits buyers who put the main camera and charging durability first; the A17 4G is for microSD users, or only if it costs less.
The A57 also leads in design: it weighs 179g versus 198g for the A56 and 190g for the A17 4G, measures 6.9mm versus 7.4mm and 7.5mm, and offers IP68 rather than IP67 and IP54. The A56 and A57 share a 1,900-nit, 120Hz display; the A17 4G drops to 800 nits and 90Hz. For performance, the A56 reaches 1,257,856 points and the A17 4G 463,245; both the Galaxy A56 and A57 have 12GB of RAM, versus 8GB.
The A56 leads the main camera over the A57 and A17 4G with a 1/1.56″ sensor, versus 1/1.56″ and 1/2.76″, while the A57 adds a 13MP ultrawide against 12MP and 5MP. All three have 5,000mAh batteries: the A57 and A17 4G deliver 52h and 51h per cycle, versus 44h for the A56; the A56 counters with 2,000 charge cycles versus 1,200. The two higher models charge at 45W versus 25W for the A17 4G, and the A56 and A57 include 5G; the A17 4G adds expandable storage.
Samsung Galaxy A56
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is the better buy for performance and space, reaching 1,363,464 AnTuTu points with 512GB.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is the better buy only if it costs less; its practical advantage here is the microSD slot.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy A57, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware and Connectivity. Unless Camera decides it for you.
| Category | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.9 | 8.3 | 6.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 6.6 | 7.2 | 4.3 |
| Camera | 7.5 | 7.1 | 6.1 |
| Connectivity | 8.0 | 8.3 | 6.3 |
| Battery & charging | 5.9 | 5.9 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A56, if you care about…
- Charge cycles
- 2,000
- against 1,200 · 1,200
Samsung Galaxy A57, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 1,363,464
- against 1,257,856 · 463,245
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6.0
- against Bluetooth 5.3 · Bluetooth 5.3
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 512 GB
- against 256 GB · 256 GB
- RAM Type
- LPDDR5X
- against LPDDR4X · DDR4
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, if you care about…
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- against No · No
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1580 | Samsung Exynos 1680 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm Best value | 4 nm Best value | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Xclipse 540 | Xclipse 550 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.9 GHz Best value | 2.9 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 512 GB Best value | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,257,856 | 1,363,464 Best value | 463,245 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,353 | 1,389 Best value | 729 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 3,832 | 4,448 Best value | 1,979 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with one Cortex-A720 core at 2.9 GHz, three Cortex-A720 cores at 2.6 GHz, and four Cortex-A520 cores at 1.9 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 1x 2.9 GHz Cortex-A720, 4x 2.6 GHz Cortex-A720, and 3x 1.95 GHz Cortex-A520. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X Best value | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | No | No | Yes Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 1,332 | 1,742 Best value | — |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Pink, Olive, Green, Black, Grey | Black, Grey, Blue, Lavender | Black, Grey, Blue, Silver |
| Body Thickness | 7.4 mm | 6.9 mm Best value | 7.5 mm |
| Body Width | 77.5 mm | 76.8 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 162.2 mm | 161.5 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 179 g Best value | 190 g |
| Usable Surface | 87.7 % | 88.8 % Best value | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Metal Best value | Glass, Aluminium Alloy Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP67 | IP68 Best value | IP54 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1 m | 1.5 m Best value | — |
| Drop Resistance Class | A Best value | A Best value | B |
| Repairability Class | C | C | C |
| Drop Test Count | 270 Best value | 270 Best value | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | A Best value | A Best value |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W Best value | 45 W Best value | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 44 h | 52 h Best value | 51 h |
| Charge cycles | 2,000 Best value | 1,200 | 1,200 |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,900 nits Best value | 1,900 nits Best value | 800 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Gyroscope |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | 6 years | 6 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby Best value | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby Best value | Single Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO Best value | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, eSIM | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, eSIM, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 1.32 W/kg | 0.85 W/kg Best value | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.88 W/kg Best value | 1.2 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.61 W/kg | 0.7 W/kg | 0.37 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.05 W/kg Best value | 1.07 W/kg | 1.18 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 5,100 Mbps Best value | 5,100 Mbps Best value | 650 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,280 Mbps Best value | 1,280 Mbps Best value | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy A17 4G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 445 € | — | — |
| Model numbers | SM-A566V, SM-A566B, SM-A566B/DS, SM-A566E, SM-A566E/DS, SM-A5660, SM-A566U, SM-A566U1, SM-A566W, SM-A566S | SM-A576B, SM-A576B/DS, SM-A576Q, SM-A576U1, SM-A576W, SM-A576Z, SM-A5760 | SM-A175F, SM-A175F/DS, SM-A175M, SM-A175M/DS, SM-A175F/DSB |
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