Samsung is preparing to launch its next mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy A56. Part of the popular A50 series, the Galaxy A56 is set to follow the same trend of offering a premium build and reliable camera performance. The A50 series has consistently been a strong performer in the mid-range market, and the A56 looks to continue that tradition. In this article I will be talking about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A56, including its rumors and leaks.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Rumors
New Exynos 1580 Chipset
One of the key changes in the Galaxy A56 is its new Exynos 1580 chipset. This is a significant update from the Exynos 1480 used in the Galaxy A55. The Exynos 1480 had issues with overheating during gaming and could not match the performance of competitors like Snapdragon and Dimensity chips in terms of FPS stability.
In contrast, the Exynos 1580 shows improved specs that could resolve some of these performance problems. The chipset comes with 8 CPU cores, including:
- 1x prime core at 2.91GHz for single-core performance,
- 3x mid-cores at 2.60GHz,
- 4x efficiency cores at 1.95GHz.
Graphics and Gaming Improvements
The GPU is also upgraded to the Xclipse 540, which could be based on AMD’s RDNA 3 architecture. This GPU is a step up from the previous Xclipse 530 and might offer better gaming performance and graphics capabilities.
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RAM and Software
The Galaxy A56 is expected to feature 8GB of RAM, though other configurations may also be available. It will run on Android 15, offering the latest software updates.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Pricing and Launch Date
Samsung typically unveils new A-series models in mid-March, so the Galaxy A56 could probably be launched in March 2025. It will priced in the NPR 60-66k range. More details about the device are expected closer to the launch date.
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