Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB) vs Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Apple iPhone 2G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/20/2025 10:12 AM, updated: 5/20/2025 10:51 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 2G X Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB) 42Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

12mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

03Points Apple iPhone 2G (16GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy A56 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)

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!

42 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	vs	3 Advantages Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)
+2.9GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)11 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	412MHz 32bit Single-core
+12GB LPDDR595 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	128MB SDRAM
+256GB (233GB available)15 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (15GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	Flash (EEPROM)
+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)57% Thinner	vs	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+HDR10+Advantage The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.	vs	60Hz
+1080x2340 pixels15 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+385 PPI133% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+6.7"91% Larger screen	vs	3.5"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 12MP + 5MP34 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 12MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use	vs	2300000 apps (App Store)
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	2G EDGE
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps7812 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G EDGE) 0.384 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh3 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1400 mAh
+45W8 times More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	5W
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+Stereo soundAdvantage Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls	vs	Mono sound (not stereo)
+3 microphones2 times More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	1 microphone
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
198 grams (6.93 ounces)	vs	+135 grams (4.73 ounces)47% Lighter
Virtual proximity sensor	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

9 Common items in both devices

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
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Model	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Other model names	Galaxy A56 5G SM-A566B/Dual-SIM	Apple iPhone 1, iPhone 2007 (A1203)
Country or region available	Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam	(Europe), Canada, USA
Brand	Samsung	Apple
Release date	3/10/2025, Announced: 3/2/2025	6/1/2007
Depth	7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)	77.5 x 162.2 millimeters (3.05 x 6.39 in)	61 x 115 millimeters (2.4 x 4.53 in)
Weight	198 grams (6.93 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus+	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Display type	Super AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.7" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~87.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~52% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	385 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	1900nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display	Oleophobic coating screen
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
System version	Android 15	iOS 1.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 3.0
User Interface	One UI 7.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Chipset	64bit: Samsung Exynos 1580 (4nm)	32bit: Samsung S5L8900
CPU	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)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Samsung Xclipse 540 (1.3Ghz)	PowerVR MBX Lite
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 908692 (v10) Geekbench: 3899 (v6)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5	128MB SDRAM
Internal storage	256GB (233GB available) UFS 3.1	16GB (15GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Not supported	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3000/1024 Mbps	0.384 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G
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	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	CSD, GPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 50 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1/3.06"1.12µm 5MP macro f/2.4	2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8160x6120 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/1.56" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@30fps 1080p@30/60fps 720p@240fps (slow motion) 10-bit HDR	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	12 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
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
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	3 microphones	1 microphone
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	5.3 + A2DP/LE	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	Not supported
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Virtual proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	1400 mAh
Charger, watts	45W Wired fast charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	8 hours
Standby	feature not registered	250 hours (10.4 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Graphite, Lightgray, Pink, Olive	• Colors: Black
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy A56 (SM-A566B/DS 256GB/12GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.97W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.61W/kg (head), 1.051W/kg (body)	0.97W/kg (head), 0.69W/kg (body)