OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $223 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 55/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 922,227); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $223 vs $799
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 922227
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3185
- Lighter: 162g vs 208g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 19 points higher (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite leads (71/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite — 66/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (89/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 922227 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $223 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite by 67.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $576. OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite was $576 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (89/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (89/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.