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HONOR 400 vs Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Product A: HONOR
84 of 162 known
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Product B: Samsung
99 of 162 known
Change Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
78 of 154 fields differ
- 43 different values
- 35 known for one only
- 25 the same
- 51 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Maximum wired charging power (claimed)A: 66WB: 45WHONOR is 21 W higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AHONOR: 74.6 × 156.5 mm
- BSamsung: 77.5 × 162.2 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
Announced
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Awesome Lightgrey, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Olive, Awesome Pink3Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-marks-a-step-forward-with-ai-for-everyone-by-introducing-new-galaxy-a56-5g-galaxy-a36-5g-and-galaxy-a26-5gRead 5 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Front
Not available
Back
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Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Not available
Water resistance time
Not available
MIL-STD-810
Not available
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SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity1eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026Selected maker UK product is explicitly Dual Card. SIM 1 is nano-SIM. SIM 2 can use nano-SIM or eSIM, as alternatives. The eSIM statement names SIM 2, so one simultaneously active eSIM capacity is represented. Country and carrier service apply.
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact SIM table: SIM 1 + SIM 2, SIM 1 + eSIM or dual eSIM.
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
460.1ppi
384.7ppi
Aspect ratio
Not available
Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Min refresh rate
Not available
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Touch sampling rate
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Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
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Peak display brightness (claimed)
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Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
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DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
PWM dimming frequency
Not available
Always-on display
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Front camera cutout
Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Latest stable OS (verified)
Not available
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 31Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AHONOR 400
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-A715 | 2.63 |
| 3 | Cortex-A715 | 2.4 |
| 4 | Cortex-A510 | 1.8 |
BSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-A720 | 2.9 |
| 3 | Cortex-A720 | 2.6 |
| 4 | Cortex-A520 | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact UK SM-A566BZACEUB 8 GB/256 GB publishes 2.9, 2.6 and 1.9 GHz. Device review and Exynos architecture establish one A720, three A720 and four A520 cores. The first two groups agree. Last-group clock is held because chip 1.95 GHz and rounded review 2.0 GHz differ from the device 1.9 GHz publication.8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Loads-of-innovations-in-the-premium-mid-range-Samsung-Galaxy-A56-5G-review.1020512.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Complete device processor table establishes one A720, three A720 and four A520 cores. Exact UK phone clocks take precedence. Its last-group 2.0 GHz publication is rounded and is not substituted for a proved exact device clock.
Max CPU clock
2.63GHz
2.9GHz
GPU
NPU performance
Not available
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Memory
1 of 6 differ
RAM
Storage (nominal)
Storage type
Not available
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Memory card
Max card size
Not available
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Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
AHONOR 400
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 200 | 1.9 | 1/1.4 inch | 0.56 | PDAF | Yes | Not available | Samsung ISOCELL HP3 |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | 112° | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026Two physical rear cameras. Digital crops and AI zoom do not add a telephoto camera. Maker primary maximum photo dimensions 16384 x 12288.9Reviewgsmarena.com/honor_400-review-2843p5.phpRead 8 October 2026Maker primary specifies camera count/apertures/OIS. Exact-model own camera review positively identifies main HP3, 1/1.4-inch optical format, 0.56 µm physical pixels and PDAF. Ultrawide 112° before deformation correction is corroborated by maker. No unknown ultrawide sensor supplier is guessed.
BSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.8 | Yes |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.2 | Not available |
| Macro | 5 | 2.4 | Not available |
Number of rear cameras
2
3
Main camera
200MP
50MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
Not available
Maximum photo digital zoom
Flash
Not available
Camera features
Autofocus ultrawide, Super Macro, Night mode, Pro mode9Reviewgsmarena.com/honor_400-review-2843p5.phpRead 8 October 2026Ultrawide generic autofocus is stated without its mechanism, so its camera-row autofocus enum remains unknown. Super Macro uses that same physical ultrawide, not an additional macro camera.
Object Eraser, Best Face, Custom filters, Auto Trim, HDR video recording12Reviewtomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/samsung-galaxy-a56-reviewRead 8 October 2026Software section explicitly names Object Eraser, Best Face, filter creation and Auto Trim. Camera section names new front HDR video support. Generic HDR does not establish a named HDR recording format. Generic Geekbench 6 scores lack original minor proof. Wild Life Extreme Unlimited is distinct from the standard test.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
AHONOR 400
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| 1280 | 720 | 240 |
Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact UHD 4K recording at 30 fps. HD slow motion 240 fps. 4K playback at 60 fps is not recording.8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Loads-of-innovations-in-the-premium-mid-range-Samsung-Galaxy-A56-5G-review.1020512.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Camera section explicitly limits ordinary 1080p 60 fps to the main camera. Main and ultrawide otherwise support 4K/FHD/HD at 30 fps. Existing manufacturer HD 240 fps slow motion remains separately sourced and is not replaced by normal HD 30 fps.
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
Not available
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Log recording
Not available
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Video recording codecs
Video stabilisation
Maximum slow-motion capture rate
Not available
Front camera
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Front cameras
AHONOR 400
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 2 | 0.64 | Fixed |
Source1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026Physical 50 MP selfie camera. Maker maximum photo dimensions 8192 x 6144.9Reviewgsmarena.com/honor_400-review-2843p5.phpRead 8 October 2026Actual camera review states fixed focus and 0.64 µm sensor pixels. Sensor model and optical format are unknown. Firmware and regional suffix of reviewer unit are unpublished.
BSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 | Fixed | No |
Maximum front video rate per resolution
AHONOR 400
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
3 of 4 differ
Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Not available
Audio features
Not available
Network
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Network
2G bands
Not available
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19001Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
3G bands
Not available
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
4G bands
Not available
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
5G bands
Not available
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
5G modes
Not available
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5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
Not available
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Satellite
Not available
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Wi-Fi calling
Not available
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026
SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC, Samsung Seamless Codec8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Loads-of-innovations-in-the-premium-mid-range-Samsung-Galaxy-A56-5G-review.1020512.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Published model Bluetooth audio support explicitly lists SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC and SSC. ASHA is a separate hearing-aid protocol, not a codec. Measurements on the different 128 GB flash configuration are excluded.
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026Maker list: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS. A-GPS is assistance data and not a positioning system, so it is not stored.
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
Dual-frequency GNSS
Not available
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Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
Not available
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FM radio
Not available
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Sensors
Accelerometer, Fingerprint sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Ultrasonic virtual proximity sensor1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026The maker calls proximity ultrasonic and non-physical. No physical proximity sensor is inferred. Gravity sensor is represented as accelerometer.
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
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Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
Battery capacity (typical)
Rated battery energy
Not available
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Battery type
Claimed battery life
AHONOR 400
Not availableBSamsung Galaxy A56 5G
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 29 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
Wired charging standards
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
Not available
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
Not available
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
Not available
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Wireless standards
Not available
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Built-in alignment magnets
Not available
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Reverse wireless output power
Not available
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Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
Not available
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Measured
None of 9 known
Geekbench single-core
Not available
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
Not available
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
56.47h5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2327958_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current EU fiche publishes standardized ENDdevice result rounded to 56 h. Exact DNY-NX9 maker-linked label gives 56 h 28 min, preserved by converting minutes to decimal hours. This is not ordinary mixed-use, reviewer Active Use or video runtime.13Maker product pagehonor.com/content/dam/honor/common/energy/big-picture/HONOR%20400_DNY-NX9_Label_2327958.pngRead 8 October 2026Original energy label linked by the current maker UK specification page, exact DNY-NX9 and EPREL 2327958. Visually read 56 h 28 min and converted as 56 + 28/60 hours. Current official fiche rounds the same declaration to 56 h. No extra measurement precision is claimed.
Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
Drop resistance class
Repairability class
SAR head (US)
Not available
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SAR body (US)
Not available
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SAR head (EU)
Not available
Not available
SAR body (EU)
Not available
Not available
Hearing aid compatibility
Not available
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026
In the box
1 of 1 differ
In the box
Phone, USB Type-C cable, Quick start guide, SIM eject tool, Warranty card (market dependent), Factory-applied protective film1Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/phones/honor-400/specRead 8 October 2026Exact UK specification list. Warranty card is explicitly market dependent. The selected EU fiche states no protective cover, which is consistent with this package.
Not available
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2327958_EN.pdf5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2327958_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current exact DNY-NX9 registration. Current fiche gives market placement ending 2026-05-24, which differs from ongoing UK retail availability. It does not by itself prove that retail sales have ceased. Required adapter output 10 W is not maximum handset charging 66 W. Supplier minimum 24 months is not substituted for the UK maker contract.
Manual
iknow-dl.service.hihonor.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAAAE1RXU_CQBD8K809acLB3lev5cnyUTUEMArP5Nq7wmkp5HqVqPG_exgkvu3MZLI7O1-oa41bfRwNGiKCekgfTs0FsgArW5uF2p_hw3KxfI44QLQOlui-s9rgm7na2nL5EqV92ADpmea2f9TVxfmk_C44NSVlLAEwZZxhrnmFk0BgRWMmBVOcFHLT-oMzm4E6Hs_OwWo2Gsy72tvMe1Xu9qbxAwpUYIgxsP8jUGAVpzEWCgrMC5Hg1JQc61KlKaFlKmXVf61duKmwn486HDTL7kyDu5aIRCZSxkEqnVHeHpqVPYclMiVcJowKSlgPtXbbKN-58xtgAvlkmo9hGnPKiJgyBiwGApN8HMupEFme5HQCYsRGQWEExDgbpTxPuMyETMOuk_LGzZV7y2u1RcOmq-seMs4d3Ly94r0qM62dads_5l3VVq-vdXnXmd9Il7pmGfr-AQjAX2vPAQAA.pdf11Maker product pagehonor.com/uk/support/phones/honor-400Read 8 October 2026Official UK support selector explicitly identifies HONOR 400 Dual SIM 8 GB / 256 GB (DNY-NX9) and lists original MagicOS 9.0 user guide and exact DNY-NX9 quick start. Download requests return 403 and normal browser opening is blocked, so the manual contents are not claimed read. Manual-dependent SAR and radio-band values remain omitted. Exact guide link is preserved as listed by maker.
EPREL registration number
Not available
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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