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This Budget-Friendly 5G Samsung Phone Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever

Amazon has slashed $115 off the Galaxy A56, which puts one in your pocket for a record-low $385.

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Even newer 5G phones don't have to cost a fortune these days. This Samsung Galaxy A56 hit shelves just last year, and it's currently on sale for just $385 at Amazon. That's $115 off, which knocks this phone down to a new all-time low price.

Only the 128GB graphite configuration is on sale right now, and there's no set expiration for this deal. But if you don't want to risk missing out on these savings, we'd recommend getting your order in sooner rather than later.

While this phone won't compete with the cutting edge Galaxy S26 Ultra, it still has a ton to offer for less than $400. It supports 5G connectivity and even this basic configuration comes with a respectable 128GB of storage and 8GB of RAM. Plus, it's equipped with an Exynos 1580 processor, which supports some helpful AI features like Circle to Search and Object Eraser for photo editing.

The screen is a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, which boasts a 2200x1080p resolution and 1900 nits of brightness. Plus, it has a durable IP67 design and a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging. And the triple-lens rear camera has a 50MP sensor so you can take some stunning photos as well.

It's also worth noting that Amazon has its own trade-in program where you can save up to $380 if you have an old phone to exchange.

Why this deal matters

Samsung makes some of the absolute best Android phones on the market right now, and this is your chance to snag one at a great price. It's the biggest discount we've seen for the Galaxy A56, which supports 5G connectivity and a lot of helpful AI features.