Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Faster chip
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Bigger battery
Samsung Galaxy A56
Faster charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy A56
Best value for money
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2340 | 2340 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 1900 | 1450 |
| PPI | 385 | 403 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Screen-to-body | 87.7 | 83.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) - InternationalOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - USA |
| GPU | Xclipse 540 | Xclipse 920 - InternationalAdreno 730 - USA |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 1580 | Exynos 2200 - InternationalQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | One UI 7 | One UI 6.1 |
| OS Version | 15 | 13 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE +18%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Samsung Galaxy A56 +2%AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE +15%| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,368 | 1,610 (Snapdragon) / 1,601 (Exynos) |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 3,921 | 3,860 (Snapdragon) / 3,938 (Exynos) |
| AnTuTu | 897,834 | 1,034,833 (Snapdragon) / 902,026 (Exynos) |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
| Features | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 3 | 3 |
| Macro | 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | — |
| Telephoto | — | 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm, (telephoto) |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 10 MP, f/2.4, 25mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 4500 |
| Chemistry | — | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 45 | 25 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | — | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Height (mm) | 162.2 | 158 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.4 | 8.2 |
| Weight (g) | 198 | 209 |
| Width (mm) | 77.5 | 76.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2025, March 02 | 2023, October 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, March 10 | Available. Released 2023, October 05 |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | Unspecified |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is 6% cheaper at 75,000 DZD versus 80,000 DZD for the Samsung Galaxy A56, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Samsung Galaxy A56 packs a 5000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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