OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our Verdict: OPPO A 6 Pro has the larger battery, 7,000mAh against 5,000mAh. Galaxy A26 counters mainly on cost. Galaxy A26 is easier to find than OPPO A 6 Pro across current live deals. Pay more for OPPO A 6 Pro only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise Galaxy A26 is the more cost-conscious choice.

Over a full contract, the A26 works out around £324 all-in, about £37 less than the A5 2020 6 Pro.

Screen
6.57" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
397 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
185 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £12.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£247.00 £239.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Screen 6.57" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 397 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 185 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£12.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £247.00 £239.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

OPPO A 6 Pro
OPPO A 6 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Lunar Titanium

10GB

Data

£9.99 per month, £99 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy A26
Samsung Galaxy A26

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

£12.29 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper on contract at £323.96 over the life of the deal from £12.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO A 6 Pro's 6.6", the OPPO A 6 Pro has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the OPPO A 6 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The OPPO A 6 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 OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 15g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

Both phones run Android.