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Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Galaxy A56: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A56 is the larger phone, measuring 4.0mm shorter and 10.4mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

Galaxy Z Fold 3Galaxy A56
158.2mm162.2mm-4.0mm67.1mm77.5mm-10.4mm10mm
Height Δ
-4.0mm
Width Δ
-10.4mm
Thickness Δ
+8.6mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Height differs by 4.0mm — case won't fit
  • Width differs by 10.4mm — case won't fit
  • 8.6mm thicker — case won't close properly
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (7.6" vs 6.7") — protector won't fit.

DimensionGalaxy Z Fold 3Galaxy A56Difference
Height158.2mm162.2mmGalaxy A56 +4.0mm (taller)
Width67.1mm77.5mmGalaxy A56 +10.4mm (wider)
Thickness16mm7.4mmGalaxy A56 -8.6mm (thinner)
Weight271g198gGalaxy A56 -73.0g (lighter)
Screen7.6"6.7"Galaxy A56 -0.9" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A56 +4.0mm
Galaxy Z Fold 3
158.2mm
Galaxy A56
162.2mm
WidthGalaxy A56 +10.4mm
Galaxy Z Fold 3
67.1mm
Galaxy A56
77.5mm
ThicknessGalaxy Z Fold 3 +8.6mm
Galaxy Z Fold 3
16mm
Galaxy A56
7.4mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A56 is the taller phone at 162.2mm (vs 158.2mm). It but is 73g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the Galaxy Z Fold 3 can use a wireless charger.
SpecGalaxy Z Fold 3Galaxy A56
Wireless Charging15WNo
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 Z Fold 3 to Galaxy A56?

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 Z Fold 3 bigger than Galaxy A56?

No, the Galaxy A56 is 4.0mm taller. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 weighs 271g vs 198g.

Are Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy A56 the same size?

No, the height differs by 4.0mm, width by 10.4mm, and thickness by 8.6mm.