OnePlus Nord 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus Nord 6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $420 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 6 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,314,061); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 6
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus Nord 6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2314061
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6649
- Lighter: 162g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 leads (69/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (69/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2314061 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 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 | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 6
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 6 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OnePlus Nord 6 by 26.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. OnePlus Nord 6 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (69/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the OnePlus Nord 6 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord 6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 6 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 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.