Motorola Edge 50 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Our verdict: For display sharpness, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro leads with 444 PPI. Front-camera quality goes to the Motorola Edge 50 Pro at 50MP. Day-to-day comfort favours the Motorola Edge 50 Pro at 186g. For water protection, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro leads with an IP68 rating.
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A26
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 6 reviews |
3.6 5 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | P-OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) | 5nm Exynos 1280 |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm | 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | — |
£11.95/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £259.99 | £239.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 50 Pro has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Edge 50 Pro uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 14g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?
Both phones run Android.