Apple256 GB
iPhone Duo
7.6″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Night Sky · UK A3720 · dual eSIM · MK2E4QN/ARelease: 23 Oct 2026Full product profile
Night Sky YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone Duo if…
- you want the higher IP68 water-resistance class (vs IP67) Source: Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy A56 5G if…
- you want a lighter phone: 198 g vs 254 g Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you need a physical SIM slot; the other is eSIM-only Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy A56 5G
6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 120 Hz · Samsung Exynos 1580
256 GB · Awesome Lightgrey · UK SM-A566BZACEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
iPhone Duo
0.9″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone Duo
- 7.6″
- Galaxy A56 5G
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone Duo
- No telephoto
- Galaxy A56 5G
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
PER-DISPLAY CLAIMS
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone Duo
- 31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
- Galaxy A56 5G
- Up to 29h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
18 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone DuoApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung Exynos 1580
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Octa-core; CPU clock groups: 2.9 / 2.6 / 1.9 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G chipset evidenceDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Camera system
iPhone DuoMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Galaxy A56 5GRear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Video recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone DuoMain: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy A56 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Measured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone DuoWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Galaxy A56 5GWi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
iPhone DuoNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
Galaxy A56 5GSecurity updates until 31 March 2032
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5G
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Connections
iPhone DuoUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C; USB 2.0
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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Battery and charging
iPhone DuoUp to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
Galaxy A56 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung states 45 W wired charging support.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
eSIM only
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Form factor
iPhone Duofoldable
Galaxy A56 5Gslab
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front cameras
iPhone DuoOuter: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
Galaxy A56 5G12.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsiPhone DuoIP68
Galaxy A56 5GIP67
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
iPhone Duo2
Galaxy A56 5G3
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Inner display size
iPhone Duo7.6 in
Galaxy A56 5G6.7 in
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
iPhone DuoClosed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy A56 5G162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Height (foldable measured folded)
iPhone Duo117.8 mm
Galaxy A56 5G162.2 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Closed thickness (foldable measured folded)
iPhone Duo11.3 mm
Galaxy A56 5G7.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone Duo254 g
Galaxy A56 5G198 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Closed width (foldable measured folded)
In Visual factsiPhone Duo84.1 mm
Galaxy A56 5G77.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone DuoUK model A3720; eSIM only
Galaxy A56 5GUK SM-A566BZACEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
iPhone Duo
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (94)
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone Duo120 fps
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone Duo60 fps
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Outer 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - OIS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - OIS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
iPhone Duo31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
Galaxy A56 5G29 hours
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBThe recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Supported wired charging power
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G45 W
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Manufacturer-supported Super Fast Charging power; requires suitable charging accessories. Charge times and sustained power draw have not been independently measured.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone Duo20 minutes
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
High Brightness Mode
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G1200 nits
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung specifies 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode. This is not an independently measured result or a peak-HDR brightness figure.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G8 GB
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM type
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Android OS upgrade commitment
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G6 upgrades
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Up to six generations from the original software; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Availability and timing vary by model and market.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Best Face
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Requires Motion Photo. Selects captured expressions; output quality is not independently tested. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Object Eraser
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Results depend on the image and subject. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Custom photo filters
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Availability depends on software, model and capture settings. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Circle to Search
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Requires a network connection; supported languages, apps and regions vary. Google account required where specified. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Voice transcription
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
AI Select
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Edit Suggestions
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Auto Trim video editing
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
iPhone DuoiOS 27.1
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stylus support
iPhone DuoApple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple announces iPhone DuoGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Biometric authentication
iPhone DuoTouch ID in the side button
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone DuoApple C2
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GCorning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Manufacturer states front and rear protection; rear camera glass, side/volume keys and SIM tray are excluded from the associated glass/frame description. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Digital Key support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung announced Digital Key for the A56 with a rollout that includes the UK; compatibility depends on the car maker and service, and US availability is not stated.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main display resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front-camera HDR video
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung advertises Super HDR for front-camera video but does not name an HDR format or frame rate; video quality has not been independently tested.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front-camera HDR video bit depth
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G10 bits
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung advertises 10-bit HDR front-camera recording but does not state the resolution, frame rate or HDR format.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone DuoRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy A56 5G8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone Duo0×
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open thickness
iPhone Duo5.2 mm
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open width
iPhone Duo164.6 mm
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone Duo2×
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Outer display
iPhone Duo5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GSuper AMOLED
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published outdoor peak
iPhone Duo3000 nits
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Inner pixel density
iPhone Duo430 ppi
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone Duo0
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G234.4
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GBluetooth v5.3
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G16M
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GTouchscreen Bar
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GF2.2
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Flash
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G12.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G2000
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GDual-SIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAndroid
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GF1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera Zoom
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GDigital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GSIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G240fps @HD
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB 2.0
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone Duo26 hours (inner display)
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cooling design
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GVapour chamber
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Manufacturer cooling-design description. Chamber dimensions, sustained performance and operating temperatures have not been independently tested.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical use
iPhone Duo24 hours
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US specification difference
iPhone DuoUS model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Samsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
iPhone Duo25 W
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs121 specificationsiPhone DuoGalaxy A56 5G
iPhone DuoGalaxy A56 5GWeightDiffers
Sources
254g
198g
WidthDiffers
Sources
84.1mm
Closed width
77.5mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
11.3mm
Closed thickness
7.4mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
Closed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
Sources
117.8 mm
162.2 mm
Form factorDiffers
Sources
foldable
slab
ColourDiffers
Sources
Night Sky
Awesome Lightgrey
Open width
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
164.6 mm
Not verified
Open thickness
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
5.2 mm
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Cooling design
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
Vapour chamberManufacturer cooling-design description. Chamber dimensions, sustained performance and operating temperatures have not been independently tested.
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
7.6″
Inner display size · Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
430 ppiInner pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
Main: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 170.1 mm (6.7-inch); 165.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Outer display
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Not verified
Main display resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
High Brightness Mode
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
1200 nitsSamsung specifies 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode. This is not an independently measured result or a peak-HDR brightness figure.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
No dedicated lensNo dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
2
3
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Rear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
Outer: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
12.0 MP
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
0The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main (including its 2× mode); the Ultra Wide lists no OIS.
YesOptical stabilisation is listed for the 50 MP main camera; the manufacturer does not say whether the ultra-wide or macro camera has it.
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
120 fps100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
60 fpsOuter 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
12.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front-camera HDR video bit depth
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
10 bitsSamsung advertises 10-bit HDR front-camera recording but does not state the resolution, frame rate or HDR format.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
29 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Up to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung states 45 W wired charging support.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
26 hours (inner display)Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
20 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Typical use
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
24 hoursApple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
2000
Supported wired charging power
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
Not verified
45 WManufacturer-supported Super Fast Charging power; requires suitable charging accessories. Charge times and sustained power draw have not been independently measured.
Update policyDiffers
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
Security updates until 31 March 2032This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Launch operating system
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
iOS 27.1
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
Not verified
6 upgradesUp to six generations from the original software; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Availability and timing vary by model and market.
Best Face
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
YesRequires Motion Photo. Selects captured expressions; output quality is not independently tested. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Object Eraser
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
YesResults depend on the image and subject. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Custom photo filters
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
YesAvailability depends on software, model and capture settings. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Circle to Search
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
YesRequires a network connection; supported languages, apps and regions vary. Google account required where specified. Availability may vary with region, software and carrier.
Digital Key support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
YesSamsung announced Digital Key for the A56 with a rollout that includes the UK; compatibility depends on the car maker and service, and US availability is not stated.
ChipsetDiffers
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Samsung Exynos 1580Octa-core; CPU clock groups: 2.9 / 2.6 / 1.9 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
RAM and storage configurationDiffers
Sources
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3720; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK SM-A566BZACEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
256 GB
256 GB
RAM
Sources
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
8 GB
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
IP67Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
eSIM onlyDiffers
Sources
Yes
No
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Biometric authentication
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Touch ID in the side button
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2026-10-16
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2026-10-23
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
£1,999Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
US specification difference
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
US model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Apple C2Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Not verified
Stylus support
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Apple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Not verified
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Super AMOLED
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
240fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
234.4
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front-camera HDR video
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
Not verified
YesSamsung advertises Super HDR for front-camera video but does not name an HDR format or frame rate; video quality has not been independently tested.
Cover glass
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Manufacturer states front and rear protection; rear camera glass, side/volume keys and SIM tray are excluded from the associated glass/frame description. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Show unverified (10)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verifiedSamsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Memory card support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Physical RAM type
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page
Not verified
Not verifiedSamsung's A56 pages do not state the RAM type.
Voice transcription
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
Not verifiedSamsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
AI Select
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A56 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditions
Not verified
Not verifiedSamsung's A56 launch materials do not mention this feature; that does not mean it is absent or cannot arrive in an update.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone Duo
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight254 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size7.6 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode.
AppleClaimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter. 50 divided by 20 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density430 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£1,999.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone Duo, 256 GB, Night SkyApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone DuoApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight198 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP67Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent.
SamsungRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
- Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G chipset evidenceSamsung · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A56 launch features and conditionsSamsung · accessed 21 Sept 2026
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