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Samsung Galaxy A26
Galaxy AI experience, smooth 120Hz AMOLED under ₹22K
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Starting price
₹21,999· 8GB RAM · 128GB storage
⚠ Development fixture — verify price before purchasing
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Key Highlights
- 120Hz FHD+ Super AMOLED for vibrant visuals
- 6-year OS and security update commitment
- Galaxy AI features: Circle to Search, Photo Remaster
- Under-display optical fingerprint sensor
- Slim 7.7mm with IP54 splash protection
At a glance
Samsung Galaxy A26 Key Specs
Display
—
Processor
—
Camera
— main
Battery
—
OS
—
Network
5G
Pros & Cons
Editorial assessment based on available information — not a verified review.
Pros
- 6-year update guarantee is industry-leading at the ₹22K price — most rivals offer 2–3 years
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search bring flagship-level intelligence to mid-range
- 120Hz AMOLED delivers smooth, vivid display performance
- Under-display fingerprint sensor looks cleaner than side-mounted alternatives
Cons
- Exynos 1380 lags behind Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 on raw benchmarks and sustained gaming
- No NFC — contactless payment options are absent
- 25W charging is slower than competing phones at this price
- Mono speaker — no stereo output
Samsung Galaxy A26 Full Specifications
Display
- Screen Size
- 6.7 inches
- Resolution
- 2400 × 1080 px FHD+
- Panel Type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh Rate
- 120Hz
- Brightness
- 800 nits typical
Performance
- Processor
- Samsung Exynos 1380 (5nm)
- CPU Cores
- Octa-core (4× 2.4GHz + 4× 2.0GHz)
- RAM
- 8GB LPDDR4X + 8GB RAM Plus
- Storage
- 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.2
- Expandable Storage
- Up to 1TB via microSD
Camera
- Main Camera
- 50MP f/1.8
- Ultra-Wide Camera
- 8MP f/2.2
- Macro Camera
- 2MP f/2.4
- Front Camera
- 13MP f/2.2
- Video Recording
- 4K @ 30fps
Battery & Charging
- Battery Capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Charging Speed
- 25W wired
- Wireless Charging
- No
Connectivity
- Network
- 5G SA/NSA
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0
- NFC
- No
Design & Build
- Body Material
- Plastic frame and back
- Dimensions
- 162.9 × 77.5 × 7.7 mm
- Weight
- 192g
- Water Resistance
- IP54 splash resistant
- Fingerprint Sensor
- Under-display (optical)
- SIM
- Dual SIM (Nano + Nano)
Software
- OS at Launch
- Android 15
- UI
- One UI 7
- AI Features
- Galaxy AI (Circle to Search, Chat Assist, Photo Remaster)
- Update Promise
- 6 years OS, 6 years security
* Specifications from development fixtures. Data should be independently verified before publishing or purchasing.
Samsung Galaxy A26 Variants & Pricing
| Variant | Colour | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8GB RAM · 128GB Storage | ₹21,999 | |
| 8GB RAM · 256GB Storage | ₹24,999 |
⚠ Prices shown are development fixtures and may not reflect actual market prices. Always verify with the manufacturer or retailer before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Samsung Galaxy A26
How many years of updates does Samsung Galaxy A26 get?
Samsung guarantees 6 years of Android OS updates and 6 years of monthly security patches for the Galaxy A26. It launched on Android 15 and is committed to receive updates through Android 21. This is one of the longest software support windows available in the ₹20,000–25,000 bracket.
Is Galaxy A26 better than Galaxy A36 5G?
The Galaxy A36 5G offers a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip (faster than the A26's Exynos 1380), NFC, IP67 water resistance, and 45W charging versus the A26's 25W. At ₹35,999 vs ₹21,999, the A36 is significantly more expensive but noticeably more capable. The A26 is the better value for first-time Galaxy buyers; A36 suits those upgrading from an older flagship.
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