Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 50/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 754,064).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (36/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Google Pixel 11a scores 15 points higher (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | $250 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 156.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (83/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 11a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A26 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users.