Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Pop 6
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) and the Tecno Pop 6 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 10/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 6 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A26 is thinner (7.7mm vs 9.7mm).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Pop 6
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Pop 6, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 22 points higher (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Pop 6 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Pop 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.1" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1560 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 157.8×73.8×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | — | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop 6
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 6
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 6
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 6
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Pop 6 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 by 22 points (32/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Pop 6 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 6 is a better fit for everyday use.