Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $299 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 54/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 903,337); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A27 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $799
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 903337
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3437
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G leads (52/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 46/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (89/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A27 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 903337 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A27 5G by 68.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy A27 5G was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (89/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (89/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.