Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A56 5G in the United States, bringing a stylish design, upgraded performance, and powerful AI features to its mid-range smartphone lineup. The device is now available across major retailers, offering premium specs at a competitive price of $799.
The Galaxy A56 features a 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling and vibrant colors. It’s powered by the Exynos 1480 chipset, paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
One of the phone’s standout features is its camera system. It sports a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro camera. On the front, users get a 12MP selfie camera capable of capturing 4K videos with HDR. Samsung has also included several AI tools such as Best Face, Object Eraser, and Google’s Circle to Search to enhance photo editing and productivity.
The Galaxy A56 runs on Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI and promises six years of software support, including OS upgrades and security patches. It also comes with Samsung Knox Vault for added security.
Battery-wise, it packs a 5,000mAh unit with 45W fast charging, which can charge the phone from 0 to 65% in about 30 minutes.
The device is now available in Awesome Graphite and Awesome Light Gray colors, with an exclusive Awesome Olive version sold via Amazon. Buyers can purchase it from Samsung.com, Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers, with some platforms offering bonuses like gift cards or trade-in deals.
With its premium build, long software support, and AI features, the Galaxy A56 is shaping up to be a strong contender in the midrange smartphone market in the US.