Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the Samsung Galaxy A26 versus 400 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy A13. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a 13MP front camera. At 195g, the Samsung Galaxy A13 is the lighter of the two. Worth noting: the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 for water resistance, while the Samsung Galaxy A13 lacks certification.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 850 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 12 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
195 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
£86.99 £249.00
Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 850 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 12 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 195 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 £86.99 £249.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A13's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A13 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 uses a TFT panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 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 Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £86.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is powered by the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is the more portable of the two — it's 5g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 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 A13 and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 runs Android 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.