Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 16/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Spark 20C
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 16 points higher (32/100 vs 16/100). 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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 20C 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 Spark 20C (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | — | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 20C 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 Spark 20C (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 20C — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.