Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy A70

Name: Samsung Galaxy A70
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (10 reviews)

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy A70 and Samsung Galaxy A26, the choice mostly comes down to camera hardware versus portability. The A26 gives you a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, a larger 5,000 mAh battery, and 128GB to 256GB storage, while the A70 is more appealing for a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, a lighter 183g body, and a 4.4/5 expert-review average from 9 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the A26 for camera hardware; choose the A70 if portability matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A70 is the cheaper buy at £110 SIM-free.

Expert Rating

3.6
10 reviews 4.3
10 reviews

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

385 393

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels

Chipset

5nm Exynos 1280 Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675

Battery

5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh

Storage

128GB, 256GB 128GB

Android Android

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 5G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm

Weight

200 grams 183 grams

Water Resistance

IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Not rated

Contracts

£14.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) -

SIM-free

£239.00 £109.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A26	Samsung Galaxy A70
Expert Rating	3.6 10 reviews	4.3 10 reviews
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	385	393
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	32 Megapixels
Chipset	5nm Exynos 1280	Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675
Battery	5,000 mAh	4,500 mAh
Storage	128GB, 256GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 5G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	5.3 with A2DP, LE	5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm	164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight	200 grams	183 grams
Water Resistance	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)	Not rated
Contracts	£14.79/mo £29.00 upfront	-
SIM-free	£239.00	£109.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

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 A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 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 A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A70 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the Samsung Galaxy A70 uses the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the more portable of the two: it's 17g lighter at 183 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy A70?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A70 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A70 run?

Both phones run Android.