OnePlus Ace 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $399 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 4000); the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,332,530 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 6
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3332530 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 213g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 6 — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 OnePlus Ace 6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (79/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (89/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3332530 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 6 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus Ace 6 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (79/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (89/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the OnePlus Ace 6 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Ace 6 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.