Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $699 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 50/100 vs 29/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (754,064 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 200g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 754064 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2710 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $699
- Higher performance (52/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 21 points higher (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (52/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2710 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Nokia 8 by 41.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 21 points (50/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on performance (52/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Samsung Galaxy A26 (44/100 vs 12/100).