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 — 51/100 vs 29/100 (a 22-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 (749,719 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 200g).
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 160g vs 200g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 63/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 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 (53/100 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)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 22 points higher (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (53/100 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 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 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).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2758 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
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
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Nokia 8 by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $449. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $449 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 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).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 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 — 51/100.
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 (53/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for everyday use.