Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Faster chip
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Better display
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy A56
Best value for money
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2340 | 3088 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1440 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 1900 | 1750 |
| PPI | 385 | 500 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + |
| Screen-to-body | 87.7 | 90.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) - EuropeOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - ROW |
| GPU | Xclipse 540 | Xclipse 920 - EuropeAdreno 730 - ROW |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 1580 | Exynos 2200 - EuropeQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | One UI 7 | One UI 6.1.1 |
| OS Version | 15 | 12 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G +44%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G +29%AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G +30%| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,200 | 1,730 (Snapdragon) / 1,600 (Exynos) |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 3,500 | 4,500 (Snapdragon) / 4,400 (Exynos) |
| AnTuTu | 770,000 | 1,000,000 (Snapdragon) / 900,000 (Exynos) |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10 + , stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
| Features | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR | Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
| Count | 3 | 4 |
| Macro | 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | — |
| periscope telephoto | — | 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm, (periscope telephoto) |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm, (telephoto) |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 108 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | — | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | — | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 45 | 45 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | — | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Height (mm) | 162.2 | 163.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.4 | 8.9 |
| Weight (g) | 198 | 228 |
| Width (mm) | 77.5 | 77.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2025, March 02 | 2022, February 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, March 10 | Available. Released 2022, February 25 |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5 + Gbps DL) |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A56 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G is 10% cheaper at 92,000 DZD versus 101,760 DZD for the Samsung Galaxy A56, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 108 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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