Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Tecno Spark 50 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $250 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 51/100 vs 45/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,006 vs 576,015).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 749006 vs 576015
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 2014
- Higher performance (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Lighter: 195g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $250
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Tecno Spark 50 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 6 points higher (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro leads (59/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A26 — 54/100, Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (59/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Tecno Spark 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 749006 | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 167.8×79.2×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $160 |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A26 and Tecno Spark 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 30.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $90. Tecno Spark 50 Pro was $90 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (59/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Tecno Spark 50 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on performance (53/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.