Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 6/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 200g).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 180g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 26 points higher (32/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (37/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (75/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 26 points (32/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.