Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $182 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 31/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,719 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 7.7mm).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $182
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 1 points higher (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $182 | $150 |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $32. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $32.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.