OnePlus Nord 2T vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,017,976); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1017976
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3281
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (89/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2T | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017976 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1114 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 2T and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OnePlus Nord 2T by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (89/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (89/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.