Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $699 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 32/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 749,719); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 749719
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2758
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Lighter: 187g vs 200g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Cheaper: $182 vs $699
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Google Pixel 8 scores 18 points higher (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $699 | $182 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $517. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $517.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (79/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (66/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A26 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.