Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A56


Quick Comparison


Samsung Galaxy A56 has better RAM than Apple iPhone 8 (256GB). In terms of display resolution, Samsung Galaxy A56 has better resolution of 2340 x 1080 than Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) which has resolution of 1334 x 750. Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has more internal memory than Samsung Galaxy A56

NameApple iPhone 8 (256GB)Samsung Galaxy A56
RAM2 GB8 GB
Display4.7 in6.67 in
Internal Memory256 GB128 GB
Battery1821 mAh5000 mAh
Camera12 MP50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP Triple
PriceRs. 77000Rs. 43990

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Detailed Comparison


Price And Launch

The launch Date of the first phone is September, 2017. The cost of Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) is Rs. 77000. The launch Date of the second phone is expected to be December 15, 2024 (Expected). The Expected cost of Samsung Galaxy A56 is Rs. 43990.

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has screen size of 4.7 inches which falls short to Samsung Galaxy A56's 6.67 inch screen. Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has IPS LCD Screen type where as Samsung Galaxy A56 has Super AMOLED Screen type. Samsung's phone has display density of 386 PPI & Apple's phone has only 326 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Samsung's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 82.9% than Apple's phone ~ 65.4%. Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has 16:9 aspect ratio where as Samsung Galaxy A56 has 20:9 aspect ratio.

Memory comparison

Samsung Galaxy A56's larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)'s lower 2 GB RAM. Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Samsung Galaxy A56 (128 GB).

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy A56's 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP Triple Rear Camera outshines Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)'s 12 MP Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Samsung Galaxy A56 will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 32 MP Front Camera in comparison to Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)'s 7 MP Front Camera.

Technical comparison

Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) has version 11 iOS Operating System where as Samsung Galaxy A56 has version 14 Android Operating System.

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Full Comparison


NameApple iPhone 8 (256GB)Samsung Galaxy A56
General
ModeliPhone 8Galaxy A56
Sim TypeSingle Sim, GSMDual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot)
Dual SimNoYes
Sim SizeNano SIMNano SIM
Device TypeSmartphoneSmartphone
Release DateSeptember, 2017December 15, 2024 (Expected)
Design
Dimensions67.3 x 138.4 x 7.3 mm
Weight148 g
ColorsLime, Graphite, Violet, White
Display
TypeColor IPS LCD Screen (16M colors Colors)Color Super AMOLED Screen (16M Colors)
TouchYesYes
Size4.7 inches, 750 x 1334 pixels6.67 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 120 Hz
Aspect Ratio16:920:9
PPI~ 326 PPI~ 386 PPI
Screen to Body Ratio~ 65.4%~ 82.9%
FeaturesIon-strengthened glass, oleophobic coating Screen Protection
NotchYes, Punch Hole
Memory
RAM2 GB8 GB
Storage256 GB128 GB
Card SlotNoYes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB
Connectivity
GPRSYesYes
EDGEYesYes
3GYes 1 Mbps DownloadYes
4GYesYes
5GYes
VoLTEYesYes
WifiYes, with wifi-hotspotYes, with wifi-hotspot
Wifi VersionWi-Fi 7
BluetoothYes, v5.0Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE
USBYes, Proprietary v2.0Yes, USB-C v3.1
USB FeaturesUSB on-the-go
Extra
GPSYes, with A-GPS SupportYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Fingerprint SensorYesYes, In Display
Face UnlockYes
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Proximity, BarometerAccelerometer, Gyro, Compass, Barometer
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
NFCYesYes, Yes (market/region dependent)
Water ResistanceYes, 1 m upto 30 minYes, 1 m upto 30 min
IP RatingIP67IP67
Dust ResistantYesYes
Camera
Rear Camera12 MP50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle)
PDAF, OIS
12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide)
123˚, 1.12µm
5 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro)
Auto FocusYesYes
FeaturesFace detection, Smile detection, Geo tagging, Panorama, Touch to focuspanorama, HDR
Video Recording4K @ 60 fps UHD4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 480 fps HD
FlashYes, Quad-LEDYes, LED
Front Camera7 MP32 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle)
26mm, 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Punch Hole
Front Video Recording4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Technical
OSiOS v11, upgradable to v12.1Android v14
Custom UIOneUI 6
ChipsetApple A11Samsung Exynos 1580
CPU2.39 GHz, Hexa Core ProcessorOcta Core Processor
GPUApple GPU (three-core graphics)
JavaNoNo
BrowserYes, supports HTML5 (Safari)Yes
Multimedia
SupportsMMS, Instant Messaging, Voice Commands
EmailYes, with Push EmailYes
MusicMP3, WAVYes
VideoMP4, H.264Yes
FM RadioNoNo
Document ReaderYesYes
Battery
TypeNon-Removable BatteryNon-Removable Battery
Size1821 mAh, Li-ion Battery5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery
Fast ChargingYesYes, 45W Fast Charging
Wireless ChargingYes
Music Playback Time40 hours

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