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Galaxy A56 vs iPhone SE (2nd gen): Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A56 is the larger phone, measuring 23.8mm taller and 10.2mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

Galaxy A56iPhone SE (2nd gen)
162.2mm138.4mm+23.8mm77.5mm67.3mm+10.2mm10mm
Height Δ
+23.8mm
Width Δ
+10.2mm
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 4.7") — protector won't fit.

DimensionGalaxy A56iPhone SE (2nd gen)Difference
Height162.2mm138.4mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -23.8mm (shorter)
Width77.5mm67.3mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -10.2mm (narrower)
Thickness7.4mm7.3mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -0.1mm (thinner)
Weight198g148giPhone SE (2nd gen) -50.0g (lighter)
Screen6.7"4.7"iPhone SE (2nd gen) -2.0" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A56 +23.8mm
Galaxy A56
162.2mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
138.4mm
WidthGalaxy A56 +10.2mm
Galaxy A56
77.5mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
67.3mm
ThicknessGalaxy A56 +0.1mm
Galaxy A56
7.4mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
7.3mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A56 is the taller phone at 162.2mm (vs 138.4mm). It is also 50g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the iPhone SE (2nd gen) can use a wireless charger.
SpecGalaxy A56iPhone SE (2nd gen)
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 SE (2nd gen)?

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 SE (2nd gen)?

Yes, the Galaxy A56 is 23.8mm taller and 10.2mm wider. The Galaxy A56 weighs 198g vs 148g.

Are Galaxy A56 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) the same size?

No, the height differs by 23.8mm, width by 10.2mm, and thickness by 0.1mm.