Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A57 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1680, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 57/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A57 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,359,649); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 183g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A57
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A57 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1359649
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1382
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4477
- Lighter: 162g vs 183g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A57 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (74/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A57 — 48/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A57 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A57 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1680 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1359649 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1382 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4477 | 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 | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 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 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×76.8×6.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A57
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A57
- 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 A57
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A57 by 51.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Samsung Galaxy A57 was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (89/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A57 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A57 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A57 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A57 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.