Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A26
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.