Samsung Galaxy A26 vs TCL 60R 5G

Our Verdict: Galaxy A26 is easier to recommend if you want the sharper 385 PPI display, whereas TCL 60R 5G has the edge if you want the lighter phone at 190g. Check the price gap before deciding, because a lower deal cost can outweigh a small hardware advantage. If both are close enough for you, let operating system and day-to-day size settle it.

Over a full contract, the 60R 5G works out around £240 all-in, about £84 less than the A26.

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

Super AMOLED IPS LCD, 120Hz

Resolution

1080 x 2340 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

385 262

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels

Front Camera

13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels

Chipset

5nm Exynos 1280 MediaTek Dimensity 6300

Battery

5,000 mAh 5,200 mAh

Storage

128GB, 256GB 128GB

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

Bluetooth

5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE

Dimensions

164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm

Weight

200 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant

Contracts

£12.29/mo (£29.00 upfront) £8.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£239.00 -

Prices updated 27 July 2026

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	Samsung Galaxy A26	TCL 60R 5G
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	Super AMOLED	IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution	1080 x 2340	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	385	262
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	50 Megapixels
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	8 Megapixels
Chipset	5nm Exynos 1280	MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery	5,000 mAh	5,200 mAh
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
Bluetooth	5.3 with A2DP, LE	5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions	164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight	200 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£12.29/mo £29.00 upfront	£8.79/mo £29.00 upfront
SIM-free	£239.00	-
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A26 or TCL 60R 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 60R 5G is cheaper on contract at £239.96 over the life of the deal from £8.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or TCL 60R 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 262, and the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the TCL 60R 5G has a IPS LCD, 120Hz.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or TCL 60R 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 60R 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and TCL 60R 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the TCL 60R 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and TCL 60R 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the TCL 60R 5G uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 60R 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or TCL 60R 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the TCL 60R 5G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and TCL 60R 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android and the TCL 60R 5G 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.