Samsung Galaxy A56 vs. Galaxy S24 FE: Full Comparison – Design, Performance, Camera, and More

Samsung continues to blur the lines between mid-range and premium smartphones with the Galaxy A56 and Galaxy S24 FE. While both share similar dimensions and display features, the differences begin to emerge across performance, camera capabilities, charging, and pricing. This detailed comparison highlights the core strengths and trade-offs of each phone to help you make the better pick for your needs.

Design and Build: Sleek vs. Safe

• A56: More curvaceous frame with a brushed metal finish; thinner (0.6mm) and lighter (15g less), arguably more stylish.

• S24 FE: Flat, satin-finished design. More understated but still premium.

• Build: Both have aluminum frames, Gorilla Glass Victus+, but the S24 FE has IP68 vs A56’s IP67, meaning better water resistance.

Winner Tie: A56 for aesthetics and slimness, S24 FE for durability.

Battery & Charging: Endurance vs. Convenience

• Battery:

  • A56: 5,000mAh significantly longer web browsing endurance.

  • S24 FE: 4,700mAh better gaming endurance.

• Charging:

  • A56: 45W wired 65% in 30 mins

  • S24 FE: 25W wired 56% in 30 mins

  • S24 FE also supports wireless & reverse wireless charging, a notable edge.

Winner S24 FE (for versatility), though A56 wins on web usage time and wired charging speed.

Display: Practically Identical

• Size: 6.7″ AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support on both.

• Brightness:

  • S24 FE slightly brighter (1372 nits vs. 1213 nits auto mode).

Winner Tie: Minor advantage to S24 FE, but not meaningful in real-world use.

Performance: Power Users Pick the FE

• A56: Exynos 1580 (4nm)

• S24 FE: Exynos 2400e almost 2x faster CPU, 3x GPU, and better gaming performance.

• RAM/Storage: Both offer 128GB & 256GB options; A56 starts at 6GB RAM, S24 FE has 8GB standard.

Winner S24 FE: Superior chipset for gaming, multitasking, and longevity.

Camera: The Telephoto Advantage

• Main Camera: 50MP with OIS excellent results on both.

• Ultrawide: 12MP nearly identical.

• Zoom:

  • S24 FE has 3x 8MP telephoto, absent on A56.

• Selfies:

  • A56’s 12MP captures slightly sharper, more detailed selfies.

• Low-Light:

  • A56 edges ahead in 1x low-light images.

  • S24 FE wins at 2x/3x and versatility.

Winner S24 FE overall for versatility, though A56 excels in selfies and low-light auto shots.

Speakers: Slight Edge for S24 FE

• S24 FE: Louder, mid-forward sound profile (rated “Very Good”)

• A56: Slightly softer (“Good”)
  Winner S24 FE (marginally better)

Software Support: Long-term Commitment

• A56: Launches with Android 15, 6 years of updates

• S24 FE: Android 14 out of the box, 7 years of updates
  Winner S24 FE (extra year of support)

Pricing & Value

• A56: Already seeing price drops, can save up to €150 over S24 FE with same storage.

• S24 FE: Costs more but delivers premium features like wireless charging, telephoto camera, and flagship-level performance.

Winner A56 for budget-conscious users, S24 FE for feature-seekers

Final Verdict

CategoryWinner

Design & Build	A56 (style) / S24 FE (durability)
Battery & Charging	A56 (endurance) / S24 FE (features)
Display	Tie
Performance	S24 FE
Camera	S24 FE
Selfies	A56
Speakers	S24 FE
Software Updates	S24 FE
Price/Value	A56

Buy the Galaxy A56 if you want:

• A sleeker, lighter design

• Superior web browsing battery life

• Better selfies

• Lower price (up to €150 savings)

Buy the Galaxy S24 FE if you want:

• Top-tier performance for gaming & multitasking

• Wireless charging & longer software support

• 3x telephoto zoom camera

• Better speaker loudness and water resistance