Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $182 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,719 vs 560,883).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 560883
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 1890
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 210g
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $140 vs $182
- Better camera (35/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (56/100 vs 37/100). 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 Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | 560883 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $182 | $140 |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $42. Tecno Pova 7 Neo is cheaper by $42.
performance
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 Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (56/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.