The Galaxy A56 is powered by Exynos 1580 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy A56, the company’s mid-range smartphone, has seen a price hike in Nepal due to the ongoing RAM price surge. It was one of the highest-selling Samsung phones in Nepal, thanks to its optimized software and cameras. This article covers the updated official price of the Galaxy A56 in Nepal, along with its full specifications.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Overview
Design & Display
The front design of the Galaxy A56 is largely unchanged from the Galaxy A55. However, the back sees a significant redesign with a pill-shaped triple-camera module. The camera ring design is inspired by that on the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Z Fold 6. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A56 is also IP67-rated for dust- and water-resistance.
The Galaxy A56 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, slightly larger than its predecessor’s 6.6-inch screen. It offers a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, an upgrade from the A55, while maintaining the 120Hz refresh rate.
Performance
Powered by the Exynos 1580 chipset, the Galaxy A56 delivers 37% higher efficiency and a 37% faster GPU than the Exynos 1480 in the A55. Like the Galaxy A36, the A55 runs Android 15 with One UI 7 on top. According to Samsung, the A56 will receive a total of 6 years of OS updates.
Regarding OneUI 7, the latest software update introduces a redesigned lock screen with a cleaner layout, improved shortcuts, and a Now Bar for quick access to activities. The update improves visuals with brighter, more vibrant app icons and more colorful, uniform widgets. New features include AI writing tools for better text assistance, advanced camera settings, a Knox Matrix dashboard for improved security, a vertical app drawer for easier navigation, and notification filters to manage alerts. Additionally, users get automatic call transcription after recording, more customization options, and a reorganized camera app with refined controls.
Battery & Charging
The battery capacity remains at 5,000mAh, the same as the A55. However, the A56 now supports 45W fast charging, an upgrade from the previous 25W. Samsung has also claimed that the A56 can be fully charged in 1 hr 6 minutes.
Cameras
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, a 5MP macro camera, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The front camera has been upgraded to 32MP, offering HDR and 4K video recording. Meanwhile, this phone also retains the under-display optical fingerprint from the A55.
Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy A56?
Although the Samsung Galaxy A56 offers a large 6.7‑inch AMOLED display, good cameras, smooth One UI software, and solid battery life, the recent price hike in Nepal has shifted its positioning in the midrange segment. The phone is still a capable everyday device with reliable cameras and a pleasant software experience.
However, if you want something that leans more toward performance while still offering strong cameras, the Vivo V70 is a good alternative with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC. It delivers smoother responsiveness and a slightly more powerful overall experience, making it worth considering if gaming and speed matter to you.
That said, the Galaxy A56 remains a balanced midrange phone with strengths in display quality and general usability.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Specifications
- Design, build: Glass front and back, aluminum frame, IP67 rating
- Display: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 1,200 nits peak brightness
- Chipset: Exynos 1580
- Memory: 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage (non-expandable)
- Software & UI: One UI 7 on top of Android 15
- Rear Camera: Triple (50MP main with OIS, 12MP ultrawide, 5MP macro)
- Front Camera: 32MP with HDR, 4K video recording
- Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
- Connectivity: Dual Nano-SIM, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS/Glonass/Galileo/BDS, USB Type-C, NFC, 4G LTE, 5G
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, Light, Proximity
- Battery: 5000mAh with 45W fast charging
Samsung Galaxy A56 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Galaxy A56 now starts at NPR 71,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant and NPR 77,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. You can purchase this phone from nearby mobile stores.
| Samsung Galaxy A56 5G | Old Price | New Price |
| 8GB + 256GB | NPR 65,999 | NPR 71,999 |
| 12GB + 256GB | NPR 70,999 | NPR 77,999 |
- Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy A55 5G
Article Last updated: February 25, 2026
