Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 51/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 749,719); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 22 points (73/100 vs 51/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A26
Performance 53
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 44
Portability 63
Value for money 70
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
  • Lighter: 200g vs 249g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 749719
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1008
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2758
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 25W

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 22 points higher (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy A26: The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A26 Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor Exynos 1380 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 749719 1453683
Geekbench Single 1008 1967
Geekbench Multi 2758 5401
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 25W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP54
Dimensions 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 200 g 249 g
Price $182
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
34
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A26 Exynos 1380
51/100
749719 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +48.4%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 48.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A26
$182
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (73/100 vs 53/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (78/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (68/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 22 points (73/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 53/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.