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iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Galaxy A56: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A56 is the larger phone, measuring 4.2mm shorter and 0.3mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 11 Pro MaxGalaxy A56
158mm162.2mm-4.2mm77.8mm77.5mm+0.3mm10mm
Height Δ
-4.2mm
Width Δ
+0.3mm
Thickness Δ
+0.7mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.5" vs 6.7") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone 11 Pro MaxGalaxy A56Difference
Height158mm162.2mmGalaxy A56 +4.2mm (taller)
Width77.8mm77.5mmGalaxy A56 -0.3mm (narrower)
Thickness8.1mm7.4mmGalaxy A56 -0.7mm (thinner)
Weight226g198gGalaxy A56 -28.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.7"Galaxy A56 +0.2" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A56 +4.2mm
iPhone 11 Pro Max
158mm
Galaxy A56
162.2mm
WidthiPhone 11 Pro Max +0.3mm
iPhone 11 Pro Max
77.8mm
Galaxy A56
77.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 11 Pro Max +0.7mm
iPhone 11 Pro Max
8.1mm
Galaxy A56
7.4mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A56 is the taller phone at 162.2mm (vs 158mm). It but is 28g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the iPhone 11 Pro Max can use a wireless charger.
SpeciPhone 11 Pro MaxGalaxy A56
Wireless Charging7.5WNo
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 iPhone 11 Pro Max 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 iPhone 11 Pro Max bigger than Galaxy A56?

No, the Galaxy A56 is 4.2mm taller. The iPhone 11 Pro Max weighs 226g vs 198g.

Are iPhone 11 Pro Max and Galaxy A56 the same size?

No, the height differs by 4.2mm, width by 0.3mm, and thickness by 0.7mm.