Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A14 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 607,489); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 67); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A14
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A14 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1826
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 201g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A14 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 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A14 — 38/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy A14 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (89/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A14 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 67 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A14 by 78.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Samsung Galaxy A14 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (77/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (89/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A14 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.