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Samsung
Galaxy M56
- 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus
- Exynos 1480
- 180 g
- 5000 mAh
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
180 g
Weight
162.0 mm
Height
77.3 mm
Width
7.2 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
Casual gamingIt is better suited to lighter games and moderate visual settings than demanding 3D titles.
See its real size next to another phone or tablet.
Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution
- 2340 × 1080
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Performance
- Chipset
- Exynos 1480
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB, 256 GB
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Wired charging
- 45 W
- Charging standard
- 45W Super Fast Charging
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 50 MP · OIS
- Front cameras
- Front · 12 MP
Build & durability
- Back
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
- Front
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE

Galaxy M56 5G User Experience
An editorial summary of recurring Galaxy M56 5G ownership themes — a bright 120Hz Super AMOLED+ display with Victus+ glass, 45W charging and IP67 sealing at a slim 180 g, and debate over whether the Exynos 1480 with AMD Xclipse keeps pace with rival chipsets.
Release and pricing
- Announced
- April 17, 2025
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) compared with Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024)?
Published changes versus Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024) include a body size change of −1.9 mm height and +0.8 mm width. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024) to Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a body size change of −1.9 mm height and +0.8 mm width. If those areas already meet your needs on Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024), the move is optional rather than urgent.
Who should buy Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025)?
Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) fits buyers who want a larger phone for media and reach and people moving up from Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024). This is an editorial reading of size and published differences, not a personalized recommendation.
Who should keep Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024)?
Keep Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024) if you do not need the listed generation changes. Moving to Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) makes more sense when the listed upgrades match what you actually use.
What are the biggest improvements on Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025)?
The clearest published improvements are a body size change of −1.9 mm height and +0.8 mm width. Treat these as catalog differences rather than ranked review scores.
What are the biggest drawbacks of Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025)?
Against Samsung Galaxy M55 (2024), the catalog does not show obvious trade-offs such as a higher launch price or a clearly heavier body. That does not mean the device is flawless—only that those drawbacks are not evident in the compared specs.
Similar size devices
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB256 GB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE
- RAM
- 8 GB
Dimensions and specifications are based on manufacturer-published data. Learn more in our Methodology


