Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $250 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 50/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 754,064); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A26
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2710
- Lighter: 180g vs 200g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 16 points higher (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (80/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 754064 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (93/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (80/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A26 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.