Realme realme V23i vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 11/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't; the Realme realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 200g).
Realme realme V23i
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 185g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 50/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 21 points higher (32/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme realme V23i | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | — | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (68/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme realme V23i or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.