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Galaxy A56 vs iPhone 8 Plus: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A56 is the larger phone, measuring 3.8mm taller and 0.6mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

Galaxy A56iPhone 8 Plus
162.2mm158.4mm+3.8mm77.5mm78.1mm-0.6mm10mm
Height Δ
+3.8mm
Width Δ
-0.6mm
Thickness Δ
-0.1mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.7" vs 5.5") — protector won't fit.

DimensionGalaxy A56iPhone 8 PlusDifference
Height162.2mm158.4mmiPhone 8 Plus -3.8mm (shorter)
Width77.5mm78.1mmiPhone 8 Plus +0.6mm (wider)
Thickness7.4mm7.5mmiPhone 8 Plus +0.1mm (thicker)
Weight198g202giPhone 8 Plus +4.0g (heavier)
Screen6.7"5.5"iPhone 8 Plus -1.2" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A56 +3.8mm
Galaxy A56
162.2mm
iPhone 8 Plus
158.4mm
WidthiPhone 8 Plus +0.6mm
Galaxy A56
77.5mm
iPhone 8 Plus
78.1mm
ThicknessiPhone 8 Plus +0.1mm
Galaxy A56
7.4mm
iPhone 8 Plus
7.5mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A56 is the taller phone at 162.2mm (vs 158.4mm). It but is 4g lighter.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the iPhone 8 Plus can use a wireless charger.
SpecGalaxy A56iPhone 8 Plus
Wireless ChargingNo7.5W
Qi VersionQi
MagSafeNoNo
Built-in MagnetsNoNo

MagSafe cases are NOT cross-compatible between these devices — the case body is shaped to each phone, even though the internal magnet ring may be the same.

Upgrading from Galaxy A56 to iPhone 8 Plus?

Different sizes mean your old case probably won't fit. You'll need a new one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Galaxy A56 bigger than iPhone 8 Plus?

Yes, the Galaxy A56 is 3.8mm taller and 0.6mm narrower. The Galaxy A56 weighs 198g vs 202g.

Are Galaxy A56 and iPhone 8 Plus the same size?

No, the height differs by 3.8mm, width by 0.6mm, and thickness by 0.1mm.