BlackBerry 8700f vs Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)

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Side by side comparison between BlackBerry 8700 vs Samsung Galaxy A56 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/20/2025 8:53 AM, updated: 5/20/2025 10:42 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy A56 X BlackBerry 8700f 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.6"
TFT

320x240

N/A

16MB
RAM

Single-core

1100
mAh

(Removable)

29Points Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB) Compare BlackBerry 8700 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

12mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

2 Advantages BlackBerry 8700f	vs	29 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
+134 grams (4.69 ounces)48% Lighter	vs	198 grams (6.93 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
312MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.9GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)15 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
16MB SDRAM	vs	+8GB LPDDR5511 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64MB	vs	+256GB (233GB available)3727 times More internal storage for applications and files
19.5 millimeters (0.77 inches)	vs	+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)164% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousand	vs	+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x240 pixels	vs	+1080x2340 pixels32 times Higher resolution screen
154 PPI	vs	+385 PPI150% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.6"	vs	+6.7"158% Larger screen
Not supported	vs	+(triple camera) 50MP + 12MP + 5MPAdvantage With a camera you can take pictures anywhere
Not supported	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
70000 apps (BlackBerry App World)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)49 times More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps	vs	+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps12711 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Hall effect, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (under display), Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1100 mAh	vs	+5000 mAh4 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
2.5mm jack	vs	+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Best output for headset
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supported	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
2.0	vs	+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Mini-USB 1.1 (Mini-B)	vs	+USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Mini-USB 1.1 (Mini-B)	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

2 Common items in both devices

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Other model names	Orange RIM BlackBerry 8700f for France, RIM Electron	Galaxy A56 5G SM-A566E/Dual-SIM
Country or region available	feature not registered	(Latin America), Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, India, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay
Brand	BlackBerry	Samsung
Release date	1/1/2006	3/10/2025, Announced: 3/2/2025
Depth	19.5 millimeters (0.77 inches)	7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)	69.5 x 110 millimeters (2.74 x 4.33 in)	77.5 x 162.2 millimeters (3.05 x 6.39 in)
Weight	134 grams (4.69 ounces)	198 grams (6.93 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus+
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	2.6" inches	6.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~27.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~87.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x240 pixels	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	154 PPI	385 PPI
Colors	65 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass Victus
Refresh rate	feature not registered	120Hz
Display features	feature not registered	1900nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display
🤖 Operating System
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
System version	BlackBerry OS 4.1	Android 15
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	One UI 7.0
⚙️ Processor
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Chipset	32bit: Intel XScale PXA272	64bit: Samsung Exynos 1580 (4nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 312MHz XScale (Single-core)	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.9GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Single-core) 3x 2.6GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core) 4x 1.95GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	Samsung Xclipse 540 (1.3Ghz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 908692 (v10) Geekbench: 3899 (v6)
💽 Memory and storage
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
RAM memory	16MB SDRAM	8GB LPDDR5
Internal storage	64MB	256GB (233GB available) UFS 3.1
External storage	Not supported	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload	0.236 Mbps	3000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
📷 Camera
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Back camera (main camera)	Not supported	(triple camera) 50 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1/3.06"1.12µm 5MP macro f/2.4
Main camera resolution	Not supported	8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Not supported	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.56" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Not supported	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	feature not registered	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Supported
HDR	feature not registered	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@30fps 1080p@30/60fps 720p@240fps (slow motion) 10-bit HDR
📸 Front camera
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	12 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	3 microphones
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	feature not registered	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	feature not registered	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
USB	Mini-USB 1.1 (Mini-B)	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	2.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	2.0	5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	feature not registered	Not supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Sensors	Not supported	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1100 mAh	5000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	45W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	4 hours	feature not registered
Standby	450 hours (18.8 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
Call control	Not supported	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	WAP	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Fixed QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • Java framework	• Colors: Graphite, Lightgray, Pink, Olive
☢️ Radiation rate
	BlackBerry 8700f	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566E/DS 256GB/8GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.87W/kg (head), 0.88W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.61W/kg (head), 1.051W/kg (body)