Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 33/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A05 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Overall rating 33/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 37 points higher (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (72/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (72/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 37 points (70/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.