Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A26 at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy A14 is crisper at 400 PPI. Spill a drink? The Samsung Galaxy A26 can handle it with IP67 protection — the Samsung Galaxy A14 can't say the same. Without a contract, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is the better deal at £89.95 SIM-free. With 2 storage tiers, the Samsung Galaxy A26 gives you more room to pick what suits you.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 13 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
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
201 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
£89.95 £249.00
Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) 5nm Exynos 1280
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 13 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 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 201 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 £89.95 £249.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A14's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A14 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A14 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 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 A14 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is powered by the Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (201 grams vs 200 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 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 A14 and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 runs Android 13 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.