Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 50/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 754,064); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 203g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 12 points higher (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 754064 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 49.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (71/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (50/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A26 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.