OPPO A6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OPPO A6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $169 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 41/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 476,175); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OPPO A6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1396
- Lighter: 162g vs 215g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 33 points higher (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 leads (60/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OPPO A6 — 52/100, 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 OPPO A6 (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (89/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 685 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1570x720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1570x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OPPO A6 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $630. OPPO A6 was $630 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (89/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (89/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 by 33 points (74/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO A6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OPPO A6 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO A6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.