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 — 44/100 vs 32/100 (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 (1,484,077 vs 749,719); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Phantom X2
- Lighter: 200g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 749719
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 2758
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 12 points higher (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | 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 | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
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
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 49.5% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (48/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (97/100 vs 55/100).
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 32/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.