Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition
Our verdict: Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition at 195g. Without a contract, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is the better deal at £239.99 SIM-free. For storage variety, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads with 2 options to choose from.
Samsung Galaxy A26
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Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | 5nm Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£11.95/mo
£29.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £239.99 | £269.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition 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 A26 or Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition use?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A26 is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 195 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A26 is actually the more compact phone at 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition run?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.