OPPO A6x 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OPPO A6x 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6x 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6x 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OPPO A6x 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 212g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6x 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 35 points higher (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6x 5G leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OPPO A6x 5G — 58/100, 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 A6x 5G (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6x 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (89/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6x 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1125 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×78.5×8.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6x 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6x 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6x 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6x 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OPPO A6x 5G by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $669. OPPO A6x 5G was $669 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6x 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G (89/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6x 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6x 5G by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO A6x 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OPPO A6x 5G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6x 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO A6x 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6x 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.