Samsung Galaxy A10 vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our verdict: Display goes to the Samsung Galaxy A26 — it packs a bigger 6.7" screen and a sharper 385 PPI. Camera resolution goes to the Samsung Galaxy A26 with its 50MP rear shooter. Day-to-day comfort favours the Samsung Galaxy A10 at 168g. Durability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A26 with its IP67 protection — the Samsung Galaxy A10 has no rating.

Screen
6.2" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1520 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
271 385
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 7884 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage
32GB, 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
155.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
168 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£79.98 £249.00
Samsung Galaxy A10 Samsung Galaxy A10 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Screen 6.2" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1520 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 271 385
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 7884 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage 32GB, 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 155.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 168 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £12.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £79.98 £249.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A10's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 271, and the Samsung Galaxy A10 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 features a 13 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 Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.98.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is available in 32GB, 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is powered by the Exynos 7884, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is the more portable of the two — it's 32g lighter at 168 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 155.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

Both phones run Android.