OnePlus Nord 2T vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $380 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 28/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).
OnePlus Nord 2T
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $182 vs $380
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 4 points higher (32/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2T | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $380 | $182 |
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $198. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $198.
performance
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 OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the OnePlus Nord 2T by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.