Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $399 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 34/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 355,351).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A51
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A51 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $799
- Overall rating 34/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1107
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 172g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A51 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 40 points higher (74/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A51 — 0/100, 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 A51 (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A51 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.6×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A51 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A51 by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Samsung Galaxy A51 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (89/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (77/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 by 40 points (74/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A51 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A51 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A51 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.