Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $420 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 50/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 754,064).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $420
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Realme GT7 scores 27 points higher (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100; 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 Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 220.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (61/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (90/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.