Oppo Reno8 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S26

The Oppo Reno8 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 26/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno8 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) by 28 points (54/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno8 (China)
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
What makes Oppo Reno8 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 162g vs 179g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno8 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (54/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno8 (China) leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Oppo Reno8 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno8 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Oppo Reno8 (China): The Oppo Reno8 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno8 (China) Samsung Galaxy S26
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2400 2340x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 80W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 32 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.6×73.4×7.7 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 179 g 162 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno8 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno8 (China)
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno8 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno8 (China)
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Oppo Reno8 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno8 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (97/100 vs 76/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno8 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) by 28 points (54/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno8 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Oppo Reno8 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.

Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno8 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Oppo Reno8 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Oppo Reno8 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.