OnePlus256 GB
13R
6.78″ · LTPO 4.1 ProXDR · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Nebula Noir · UK 5011111049Full product profile
Nebula Noir YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 27 Sept 2026OnePlus 13R vs Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Nebula Noir
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the 13R if…
- you want a larger battery: 6,000 vs 5,000 mAh Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 16 vs 12 MP Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want higher rated wired charging power: 80 vs 45 W Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy A56 5G if…
- you want the higher IP67 water-resistance class (vs IP65) Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G product page (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer published security-update window: until March 2032 vs January 2031 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.
13R
0.08″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- 13R
- 6.78″
- 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.
- 13R
- 2×
- Galaxy A56 5G
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- 13R
- Not verified
- 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
14 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual facts13RQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
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.
UK typical battery capacity
In Visual facts13R6000 mAh
Galaxy A56 5G5000 mAh
Sources
13R
Typical capacity; rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). Not a measured runtime.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsGalaxy A56 5G
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Wired charging power
13R80 W
Galaxy A56 5G45 W
Sources
13R
OnePlus lists 80W SUPERVOOC™ charging; its 1–50% in 20 minutes claim is stated On Smart Rapid Charging Mode.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsGalaxy 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 pageCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
13RMain: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 2x optical (f/2.0); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy A56 5GRear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fps
Sources
13R
Main: Sony LYT-700, 1/1.56", 24 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 47 mm equivalent, EIS, autofocus (no OIS listed). Ultra-wide: 1/4", 16 mm equivalent, 112°, EIS. Front: 1/3.09", fixed focus, 1080p at 30 fps. Stabilised (EIS/OIS) video is listed at 1080p 60 fps.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsGalaxy 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
13R6.78-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 2780 × 1264; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak
Galaxy A56 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Sources
13R
450 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology on the UK specification page.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.
Declared high-brightness mode
13R1600 nits
Galaxy A56 5G1200 nits
Sources
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 conditionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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13R12 GB
Galaxy A56 5G8 GB
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
13RSecurity updates until 7 January 2031
Galaxy A56 5GSecurity updates until 31 March 2032
Sources
13R
End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade count.
OnePlus UK product security update periodGalaxy 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.
Battery and charging
13R6000 mAh (typical); 80 W wired
Galaxy A56 5G5000 mAh
Sources
13R
Typical 6000 mAh (23.58 Wh); rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). OnePlus claims 1–50% in 20 minutes with Smart Rapid Charging Mode. No wireless charging is listed. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.
Display resolution
13R2780 × 1264
Galaxy A56 5G1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
13R16 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
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 facts13RIP65
Galaxy A56 5GIP67
Sources
13R
Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. Liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotesGalaxy 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.
Panel technology
13RLTPO 4.1 ProXDR
Galaxy A56 5GSuper AMOLED
Sources
13R
OnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
13R6.78 in
Galaxy A56 5G6.7 in
Sources
Galaxy 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.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
13R161.72 × 75.77 × 8.02 mm (height × width × depth)
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.
Small physical differences (4)
Height
13R161.72 mm
Galaxy A56 5G162.2 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
13R8.02 mm
Galaxy A56 5G7.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual facts13R206 g
Galaxy A56 5G198 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual facts13R75.77 mm
Galaxy A56 5G77.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
13R12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
Galaxy A56 5G8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
13R
The only UK configuration listed. Usable storage is lower after system files.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13R store configurationA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
13RUK model; dual nano-SIM; 5G
Galaxy A56 5GUK SM-A566BZACEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
13R
UK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n77/n78. The UK specification does not list eSIM. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2647, 12 GB + 256 GB Nebula Noir, SKU 5011111059); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus US OnePlus 13R store configurationsGalaxy 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 (88)
Main camera aperture
13R1.8 f-number
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Main (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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 4K recording maximum
13R60 fps
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.
Front camera optical stabilisation
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
The front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G29 hours
Sources
13R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A56 5G
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy A56 5G technical specifications — SM-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM type
13RLPDDR5X
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
13RUFS 4.0
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.
Expandable storage
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Wireless connectivity
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GWi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
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-A566BZACEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G6 upgrades
Sources
13R
OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotesGalaxy 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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Wi-Fi support
13RWi-Fi 7 (also 6E, 6, 5); 2×2 MIMO
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.
Bluetooth version
13R5.4
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.
USB connection
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C; USB 2.0
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Alert Slider
13RYes
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Listed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.
UK rated battery capacity
13R5860 mAh
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.
Manufacturer charging claim
13R1–50% in 20 minutes
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Manufacturer claim with Smart Rapid Charging Mode; the page does not state the full test environment. Actual results vary.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotesGalaxy 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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GCorning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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.
Fingerprint sensor
13RIn-display optical
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.
Front-camera HDR video
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G10 bits
Sources
13R
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.
Declared HDR playback formats
13RDolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
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.
Headphone jack
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Native telephoto reach
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
NFC
13RYes
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.
Published operating system
13ROxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
13R2×
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.
Claimed peak brightness
13R4500 nits
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.
Pixel density
13R450 ppi
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.
Pixel density
13R450 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.
2G GSM
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
13R
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
13RNot 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
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
13R
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)
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G234.4
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GBluetooth v5.3
Sources
13R
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)
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G16M
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GB
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GTouchscreen Bar
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GF2.2
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G12.0 MP
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G2000
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GDual-SIM
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAndroid
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
13R
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)
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GF1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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)
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GDigital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNo
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GSIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G240fps @HD
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUSB 2.0
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
13R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5G802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GYes
Sources
13R
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
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.
Published security update end date
13R2031-01-07
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
OnePlus UK product security update periodGalaxy A56 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
13RProximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · E-compass · Accelerometer · Gyroscope · In-display optical fingerprint sensor · Hall Sensor · Infrared remote control
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Complete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GVapour chamber
Sources
13R
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.
USB connection
13RUSB 2.0 Type-C
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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
Rear recording is listed up to 4K 60 fps; 8K is not mentioned.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsGalaxy 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
13RNot verified
Galaxy A56 5GNot verified
Sources
13R
OnePlus's UK specification lists only 80 W SUPERVOOC wired charging; wireless charging is not mentioned, so it is kept unknown rather than assumed absent.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.
9 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs121 specifications13RGalaxy A56 5G
13RGalaxy A56 5GWeightDiffers
206g
198g
WidthDiffers
75.77mm
77.5mm
ThicknessDiffers
8.02mm
7.4mm
DimensionsDiffers
161.72 × 75.77 × 8.02 mm (height × width × depth)
162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
161.72 mm
162.2 mm
ColourDiffers
Nebula Noir
Awesome Lightgrey
Form factor
slabSingle-screen bar phone; no folding display is listed.
slab
Form Factor
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Cooling design
Sources
13RNo 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
6.78″
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
4500 nitsClaimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
450 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
6.78-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 2780 × 1264; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak450 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology on the UK specification page.
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+.
Main display resolutionDiffers
2780 × 1264
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
450 ppi
Not verified
High Brightness ModeDiffers
Sources
1600 nits
1200 nitsSamsung specifies 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode. This is not an independently measured result or a peak-HDR brightness figure.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Rear camera modules
3
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
3
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 2x optical (f/2.0); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 4K 60 fpsMain: Sony LYT-700, 1/1.56", 24 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 47 mm equivalent, EIS, autofocus (no OIS listed). Ultra-wide: 1/4", 16 mm equivalent, 112°, EIS. Front: 1/3.09", fixed focus, 1080p at 30 fps. Stabilised (EIS/OIS) video is listed at 1080p 60 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.
Front cameraDiffers
16 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
12.0 MP
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2×
Not verified
Main camera aperture
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
1.8 f-numberMain (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
YesAutofocus is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras; not stated for the ultra-wide.
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
YesOIS is listed only for the wide camera; the telephoto and ultra-wide list EIS.
Yes
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesListed under the Wide Camera (Sony LYT-700).
YesOptical stabilisation is listed for the 50 MP main camera; the manufacturer does not say whether the ultra-wide or macro camera has it.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
No
No
Front Camera - OIS
Not verifiedThe front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
No
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
60 fps
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
12.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front-camera HDR video bit depth
Sources
13RNo 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.
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
29 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Battery and chargingDiffers
6000 mAh (typical); 80 W wiredTypical 6000 mAh (23.58 Wh); rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). OnePlus claims 1–50% in 20 minutes with Smart Rapid Charging Mode. No wireless charging is listed. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
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.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
6000 mAhTypical capacity; rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). Not a measured runtime.
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
UK rated battery capacity
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
5860 mAh
Not verified
Supported wired charging powerDiffers
Sources
80 WOnePlus lists 80W SUPERVOOC™ charging; its 1–50% in 20 minutes claim is stated On Smart Rapid Charging Mode.
45 WManufacturer-supported Super Fast Charging power; requires suitable charging accessories. Charge times and sustained power draw have not been independently measured.
Manufacturer charging claim
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
1–50% in 20 minutesManufacturer claim with Smart Rapid Charging Mode; the page does not state the full test environment. Actual results vary.
Not verified
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
2000
Update policyDiffers
Security updates until 7 January 2031End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade count.
Security updates until 31 March 2032This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Android OS upgrade commitment
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
6 upgradesUp to six generations from the original software; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Availability and timing vary by model and market.
Stereo Support
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Best Face
Sources
13RNo 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
13RNo 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
13RNo 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
13RNo 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
13RNo 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
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3Qualcomm Kryo CPU up to 3.3 GHz; Adreno 750 GPU.
Samsung Exynos 1580Octa-core; CPU clock groups: 2.9 / 2.6 / 1.9 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storageThe only UK configuration listed. Usable storage is lower after system files.
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK model; dual nano-SIM; 5GUK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n77/n78. The UK specification does not list eSIM. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2647, 12 GB + 256 GB Nebula Noir, SKU 5011111059); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
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
256 GB
256 GB
RAMDiffers
12 GB
8 GB
Panel technologyDiffers
LTPO 4.1 ProXDROnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
Super AMOLED
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
IP65Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. Liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
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 only
No
No
Published operating system
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15Operating system at launch as listed.
Not verified
Physical RAM type
Sources
LPDDR5X
Not verifiedSamsung's A56 pages do not state the RAM type.
Storage technology
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
UFS 4.0
Not verified
Wi-Fi support
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 7 (also 6E, 6, 5); 2×2 MIMO
Not verified
Bluetooth version
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
5.4Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC 5.0.
Not verified
USB connection
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
USB 2.0 Type-C
Not verified
Fingerprint sensor
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
In-display optical
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · E-compass · Accelerometer · Gyroscope · In-display optical fingerprint sensor · Hall Sensor · Infrared remote controlComplete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
Not verified
Alert Slider
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
YesListed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
Not verified
Declared HDR playback formats
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Not verified
Published security update end date
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
2031-01-07Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
5011111049
Not verified
USB connection
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wireless connectivity
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
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.
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
240fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
234.4
Number of SIM
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
13RNo 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
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
13RNo 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
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
USB Interface
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
PC Sync.
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
B
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front-camera HDR video
Sources
13RNo 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
13RNo 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 (13)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Not verifiedRear recording is listed up to 4K 60 fps; 8K 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.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy A56 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification lists only 80 W SUPERVOOC wired charging; wireless charging is not mentioned, so it is kept unknown rather than assumed absent.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Optical-quality zoom
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
13RNo 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
13RNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
13RNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
Voice transcription
Sources
13RNo 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
13RNo 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 scoresOnePlus 13R
256 GB · checked 27 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight206 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Width75.77 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.02 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.78 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness4,500 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlusClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
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Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingIP65Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. Liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlusRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Pixel density450 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlusManufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R store configurationOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotesOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK product security update periodOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus US OnePlus 13R store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 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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