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iPhone XS Max vs Galaxy A56: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A56 is the larger phone, measuring 4.7mm shorter and 0.1mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XS MaxGalaxy A56
157.5mm162.2mm-4.7mm77.4mm77.5mm-0.1mm10mm
Height Δ
-4.7mm
Width Δ
-0.1mm
Thickness Δ
+0.3mm
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 XS MaxGalaxy A56Difference
Height157.5mm162.2mmGalaxy A56 +4.7mm (taller)
Width77.4mm77.5mmGalaxy A56 +0.1mm (wider)
Thickness7.7mm7.4mmGalaxy A56 -0.3mm (thinner)
Weight208g198gGalaxy A56 -10.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.7"Galaxy A56 +0.2" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A56 +4.7mm
iPhone XS Max
157.5mm
Galaxy A56
162.2mm
WidthGalaxy A56 +0.1mm
iPhone XS Max
77.4mm
Galaxy A56
77.5mm
ThicknessiPhone XS Max +0.3mm
iPhone XS Max
7.7mm
Galaxy A56
7.4mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A56 is the taller phone at 162.2mm (vs 157.5mm). It but is 10g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the iPhone XS Max can use a wireless charger.
SpeciPhone XS 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 XS 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 XS Max bigger than Galaxy A56?

No, the Galaxy A56 is 4.7mm taller. The iPhone XS Max weighs 208g vs 198g.

Are iPhone XS Max and Galaxy A56 the same size?

No, the height differs by 4.7mm, width by 0.1mm, and thickness by 0.3mm.