Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
200 g |
| thickness |
7.7 mm |
| width |
77.5 mm |
| height |
164 mm |
| volume |
97.867 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP67 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The design of the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G features a slim and durable build with a thickness of just 7.7 mm and a weight of 200 g. Its dimensions include a width of 77.5 mm and a height of 164 mm, with a volume of 97.867 cm³. The device is waterproof with an IP67 rating, offering resistance to dust and water submersion. However, it does not have a rugged build, nor can it be folded.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.7" |
| pixel density |
385 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2340 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass Victus |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G features a 6.7″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px, offering a pixel density of 385 ppi for clear and vibrant visuals. The display supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and includes Gorilla Glass Victus for enhanced durability. It also has an Always-On Display feature, but it does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
594395 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Samsung Exynos 1380 |
| GPU name |
Mali G68 MP5 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.4 & 4 x 2 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
2758 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
1007 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
2634 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
780 |
| GPU clock speed |
950 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
3200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
5 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
51.2 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
4 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| L3 core |
4 MB/core |
| L3 cache |
4 MB |
The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G delivers solid performance with its Samsung Exynos 1380 chipset and 8GB of RAM, providing smooth multitasking and responsiveness. It offers a 256GB internal storage capacity for ample space, and its GPU, the Mali G68 MP5, runs at a clock speed of 950 MHz. The device also supports 5G connectivity and features multithreading for efficient processing with 8 CPU threads and a maximum memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 8 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.2 & 2.4f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
13MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G features a versatile triple-camera setup on the rear, including a 50MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP depth sensor. The camera system includes phase-detection autofocus for photos and continuous autofocus for video, supporting 4K video recording at 30 fps. For selfies, it offers a 13MP front camera with a wide aperture of f/2.2, along with HDR support, manual settings like ISO and exposure, and a flash for better lighting.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G runs on Android 15 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features, including clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera/microphone access controls. It supports dark mode, dynamic theming, and on-device machine learning. Additional features include split-screen multitasking, customizable notifications, and offline voice recognition, but it does not support Mail Privacy Protection or direct OS updates.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
25W |
| comes with a charger |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a powerful 5000 mAh battery that supports fast charging at 25W, ensuring quick power-ups. It features a rechargeable battery, a battery level indicator, but does not support wireless charging or removable batteries. Additionally, no charger is included in the package.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
This device does not include support for a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX Adaptive. Additionally, it does not have a built-in radio for FM or other broadcasts.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
March 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
3790 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
1280 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity, providing fast download speeds of up to 3790 MBits/s and upload speeds of 1280 MBits/s. It features Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for versatile wireless connectivity and includes NFC for seamless pairing with compatible devices. The device also offers a USB Type-C port for fast data transfer and charging, along with an external memory slot for expandable storage. Other notable features include Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, a fingerprint scanner, and a range of sensors such as a gyroscope, compass, and accelerometer.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, ensuring better quality in low-light conditions. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.