Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 6/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 180g).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Overall rating 6/100
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 180g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 48 points higher (54/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (15/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (97/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 48 points (54/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.