Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB vs Honor X9d 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 10 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Higher-resolution main camera (108 MP vs 12 MP)

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and main camera.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.79 in
  • Processor

    Exynos 1580Snapdragon 6 Gen 4

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,381
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB specs
HonorSAR 1,364
Honor X9d 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,381SAR 1,364
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorExynos 1580Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
Battery capacity5,000 mAh—
Wired charging—66 W
Main camera12 MP✓ 108 MP
Years of OS updates6 years—
Storage256 GB256 GB
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB and the Honor X9d 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB: Exynos 1580; Honor X9d 256GB: Snapdragon 6 Gen 4. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB and the Honor X9d 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB and the Honor X9d 256GB?

Main camera is higher on the Honor X9d 256GB: 108 MP vs 12 MP on the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB and the Honor X9d 256GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Honor X9d 256GB: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.