No, your Galaxy A56 case won't fit the Galaxy S21
The Galaxy A56 (162.2×77.5mm) and Galaxy S21 (151.7×71.2mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.
Does a Galaxy A56 Case Fit Galaxy S21?
Last verified: March 2026
No, a Galaxy A56 case will not fit the Galaxy S21. The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
Your Galaxy A56 case will NOT fit the Galaxy S21. Here's why:
- •Height differs by 10.5mm — case won't fit
- •Width differs by 6.3mm — case won't fit
- •Thickness differs by 0.5mm — may affect fit
- •Camera bump size differs significantly
- •Camera bump protrusion differs by 2.0mm — case lip may not protect camera
| Spec | Galaxy A56 | Galaxy S21 | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.2mm | 151.7mm | Galaxy A56 +10.5mm |
| Width | 77.5mm | 71.2mm | Galaxy A56 +6.3mm |
| Thickness | 7.4mm | 7.9mm | Galaxy S21 +0.5mm |
| Camera Layout | vertical-triple | vertical-triple | Same |
| Port | usb-c | usb-c | Same |
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Wireless Charging & MagSafe
Only one phone supports wireless charging.
- The Galaxy A56 does not support wireless charging. Only the Galaxy S21 can use a wireless charger.
Galaxy A56
No wireless
Galaxy S21
Qi only
15W max
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Galaxy A56 and Galaxy S21 the same size?
Galaxy A56 measures 162.2×77.5×7.4mm while Galaxy S21 measures 151.7×71.2×7.9mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a Galaxy A56 screen protector on Galaxy S21?
Screen sizes differ (6.7" vs 6.2") — protector won't fit.
What's different between Galaxy A56 and Galaxy S21 dimensions?
The height differs by 10.5mm, the width by 6.3mm, and thickness by 0.5mm.
Do I need a new case for Galaxy S21?
Yes, you'll need a new case. The Galaxy S21 has different dimensions than the Galaxy A56, so cases are not interchangeable.
Will Galaxy A56 accessories work with Galaxy S21?
Chargers and cables are compatible since both phones use the same usb-c port. Cases and screen protectors depend on exact dimensions — check our compatibility results above.
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