SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone - Olive
741/2969£499.99
Colour: Olive
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About this product
- This product is supplied without a charging adaptor.
- The required output of a suitable charging device is 10W minimum and 45W maximum.
- This product does not support PD fast charging (harmonised fast charging).
Everything you need for everyday mobile life and then some. The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G gives you a generous Super AMOLED screen that's perfect for scrolling through social media, catching up on shows, or video calling friends - all with a refresh rate that makes everything feel smoother and more responsive. The main camera captures sharp, clear photos even in low light, while the front camera handles selfies with ease. With plenty of storage built in, you've got space for thousands of photos, your favourite apps, and loads of music without worrying about running out of room.
The battery lasts all day, handling your routine without scrambling for a charger. Running Android, it's intuitive with access to all your apps from Google Play. AI features like Circle to Search let you search anything on screen without switching apps, while Object Eraser tidies photos with smart suggestions. At under 200g, it feels solid without being heavy. The pay-as-you-go setup means you only spend what you use. It includes a USB-C cable, quick start guide, and ejection pin. Fast charging support tops you up quickly when needed.
Please note: In order to reduce e-waste, the manufacturer has chosen not to include a USB plug in the box. You can use an existing USB plug with the included USB cable or purchase one from our site. Please see the 'Box Contents' section below for more details.
Network:
- Network provider: Sim free.
- 5G network capability.
- Dual SIM phone: supports 2 SIM simultaneously.
- SIM card type: nano SIM and nano SIM andeSIM.
Display and Design:
- 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display.
- With a density of 385 pixels per inch.
- Touch screen.
- Toughened glass.
Dimensions:
- Size H162.2, W77.5, D7.4mm.
- Weight 197g.
Camera and Video:
- Dual camera.
- Front camera 12MP.
- Rear camera 50MP.
- Second rear camera 12MP.
- Third rear camera 5MP.
- LED.
- Camera features: AR Zone, Bixby Vison, Food, Fun, Hyperlapse, Macro, Night, Panorama, Photo, Portrait, Pro, Pro Video, Single Take, Slow Motion, Super slow-mo, Video.
- Video capture in 4K UHD quality.
Storage:
- Internal memory 256GB.
Technical specifications:
- Octa core Samsung Exynos processor.
- 8GB RAM.
- Operating system: Android 15.
- App store compatibility: Google play store.
Battery:
- 5000mAh battery capacity.
Product features:
- AI built in.
- MP3.
- This phone features fast charge technology - faster than standard charging, for when time is of the essence.
- Contactless payment - Link up your card to your phone for easy buying.
- Fingerprint scanner - For simple, safe and speedy unlocking and better security.
Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi.
- Bluetooth.
- NFC.
- GPS.
Box Contents:
- Device, USB C charging cable, Quick Start Guide, Warrenty Card, Ejection Pin.
- Only charging cable included - USB C to USB C cable required.
Energy efficiency information:
- Energy efficiency class: B.
- No. Of battery cycles: 2000.
- Water IP rating: 7.
- Dust IP rating: 6.
- Drop resistance rating: A.
- Repairability rating: C.
General information:
- Battery life on standby: 44 hours 34 minutes.
- EAN: 8806095982984.
- 2 year guarantee.
Returns
If you want us to collect an unwanted small item after delivery, it costs £3.95 or you can return it to any store for free. You won’t be charged if the item is faulty, or if it was delivered by a supplier.
Energy efficiency information:
4.5
628 reviews
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Customers Say
Samsung Galaxy A56 praised for battery life, camera quality, display, and ease of use. Some users note fingerprint reader issues, lack of SD card slot, and occasional software glitches.
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Everything
The display is phone so far. Only had the phone a few days so can't add much
Doz17
I am a pensioner, and this is a good phone for me
I ordered a Samsung, as I have always been happy with a Samsung, and this phone is no exception. I got a case for it to protect the back. I am a pensioner, not technical minded, and this is a good phone for me.
Pann
Terrible charging
Poor camera,constant charging problems with the phone telling me it has dampness in the charging port,not what I expect from a brand new phone,my a53 was 100% better
Bus man
Great phone and very easy to use.
I really like my A56 5G I will try and actually look after this one I'm converted from iPhone and big move so thanks
Jasond141186, London
Very disappointing Messages app!
Bought the A56 5g to upgrade from an A53 5g and am generally happy with the phone so far. Not many differences which is fine by me. However am very annoyed by the Messages app change! There is no way of assigning a separate notification to the Messages app which is very annoying! I can either have a small ping, which is good for other notifications like emails, or a loud one which I like for Messages but can't stand that going off every time I get an email!! I now keep missing messages because I can't hear it when the phone is in my handbag. Surely this is a total oversight on Samsung's part as it is a big step back and needs rectifying!!!!! Am very disappointed 😞
Supergran49, West Sussex
Love it!
I love a Samsung, I've always had them. Find them easy to use, battery charge lasts a long time (i don't play games on it!) Love the feel of it and the way you can make the keyboard bigger! Takes really clear photos xx
Vonnie xx
Samsung Galaxy A56 5g
Ideal Phone for me does everything I need & more . Battery long use display clear camera good clear photos & good display.
Star12, 55 - 64
Easy To Use and Reliable.
It replaced my A51. This is a good all round mid range phone. Highly recommended.
GrumpyStan
Does the job!
Acceptable for the money
Carol, 35 - 44
New phone
Fantastic phone. Love it
Emily, 45 - 54
You sure can, Gerry! This handy guide runs you through how to cast from your A56 5G phone to a TV: https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/tv-audio-v...
Please note that some steps on the TV's side may differ if you are using a non-Samsung TV. Hope this helps!
Hello OW,
RE: SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone - Olive
The Samsung Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging natively. However, it can support fast wireless charging when used with a compatible Samsung-certified charger. This means that while it lacks built-in wireless charging capabilities, you can still charge it wirelessly with the right accessories.
I hope this helps.
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Thank you for this question, Tammy.
The Galaxy A56 doesn’t come with a microSD card slot.
Hope this helps.
Hello Singh,
I can advise the following for the SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone - Olive:
Please look at our T&C's using this link - https://help.argos.co.uk/help/terms-and-condi...
This will help with understanding how our guarantee works.
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The reply given by Argos is incorrect. The terms and conditions clearly state that you can claim 100 pounds cashback plus the watch.
Hi NSB,
SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone - Olive 741/2969 The offers in the special offers section advises of offers for a customer to choose from. Only one offer per order can be chosen per order.
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Hello LW,
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone does not have a headphone jack port.
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Hello Moa,
I can advise the following for the SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB AI Mobile Phone - Olive:
Apologies, no, this isn't expandable.
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