OPPO A6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The OPPO A6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $169 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 41/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes OPPO A6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $1299
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1396
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 43 points higher (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OPPO A6 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1570x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ColorOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1125 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×78.5×8.6 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1570x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads OPPO A6 by 86.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1130. OPPO A6 was $1130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (96/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 by 43 points (84/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO A6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OPPO A6 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.