Samsung Galaxy A56 5G vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Samsung Galaxy A56 5G vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Exynos 1580 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5000mAh vs…
Samsung
Galaxy A56 5G
$499
9categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
2categories won
10 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 1 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Xperia 1 VI leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy A56 5G. Choose the Galaxy A56 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xperia 1 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Galaxy A56 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 45W fast charging.
Galaxy A56 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.
Galaxy A56 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Galaxy A56 5G vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.6" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 390 ppi | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 1,680,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 6890 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 45 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 212 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back, aluminum frame | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 (One UI 7.0) | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | 6 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 6 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy A56 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $1,299 |
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G elevates the world’s most popular mid-range smartphone line with an AMD RDNA 3-powered Exynos 1580 chip, 45W super-fast charging, metal borders, and 6 full years of OS updates.
- Display
- 6.6"
- Chipset
- Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Sony Xperia 1 VI represents a bold evolution for Sony flagship line, adopting a practical 19.5:9 LTPO display, genuine 85mm-to-170mm continuous optical zoom with tele-macro mode, a dedicated 3.5mm audiophile jack, and legendary two-day battery life.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh