Samsung A26 5G, front
Samsung · Launched April 2025

Samsung A26 5G

Consider3.1 / 5Why?
Colour Awesome White
Memory
Where to buyAwesome White · 256 GB
Only on Flipkart in this variant
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₹33,499 *Buy on Flipkart
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Compare all 7 variants across stores
VariantFlipkartAmazon
Black · 128 GB₹21,599Not sold
MINT · 128 GB₹24,999Not sold
Awesome Black · 256 GB₹27,999Not sold
Awesome White · 256 GB₹33,499Not sold
Awesome Mint · 256 GB₹27,999Not sold
Awesome Peach · 256 GB₹27,999Not sold
White · 256 GB₹25,399Not sold
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The ZuPick verdict

3.1out of 5
ConsiderBest at display, weakest at battery.

The Samsung A26 5G is a balanced phone with a good AMOLED display, useful durability and unusually long software support. Its weaker charging speed, average battery result and below-average performance keep it from standing out in a very competitive bracket.

Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.
Performance3.1
It scores about 610,000 on AnTuTu, which is below the middle of this price range. Everyday apps and routine multitasking should feel fine, but demanding games and heavier long-session use are handled better by faster alternatives.
Camera2.8
The camera setup has one clear strength: a 50 MP main sensor with OIS and 4K 30 fps video. That helps with steadier shots and usable video, but the rest of the package is more ordinary than camera-focused rivals.
Display3.9
The 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display gets the fundamentals right for this price. FHD+ resolution keeps it sharp, 120 Hz makes motion smooth, and 1000 nits is decent outdoors, though not especially bright versus stronger rivals.
Battery2.7
The 5000 mAh battery is serviceable, and the tested 11h 49m result points to a full day for most people. The bigger drawback is 25W charging, which feels slow in a category where faster top-ups are common.
Value2.9
At ₹24999, this phone leans more on Samsung's long update support, durability and brand trust than on raw hardware value. It is a sensible package, but not one of the strongest spec-for-money options in this range.

Price history

FlipkartAmazon
₹25,399₹23,499₹21,599
28 SeptToday

29 days of recorded prices.

Buy now or wait?Worth waiting

It has been as low as ₹21,599 in the period we have tracked.

Lowest
₹21,599
Highest
₹33,499

Pros & cons

What’s good
Long software support

Samsung promises 6 years of OS and security updates, which is rare at this price. That makes it a safer buy if you plan to keep your phone for a long time.

Reliable main camera

The 50 MP main camera has OIS and 4K 30 fps video, which helps with steadier photos and clips. Daylight shots should come out clean, and low-light results get useful stabilization support.

Good display basics

The 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel gives you deep blacks and better contrast than LCD rivals. FHD+ resolution keeps content sharp, and 120 Hz scrolling feels smooth.

Strong durability

IP67 water resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus Plus add real everyday protection. This is more meaningful than cosmetic design extras if you use your phone without much care.

What’s not
Weak charging speed

25W charging is slow for this price, where many rivals refill much faster. A full top-up takes longer than it should for a mid-range phone in this bracket.

Below-average performance

It scores about 610,000 on AnTuTu, which sits below the middle of what this budget usually gets you. Daily use should stay smooth, but heavier games and long multitasking sessions are not its strong suit.

Average battery stamina

The 5000 mAh battery is fine rather than standout, and the tested runtime is only modest for this class. It gets through a day, but several rivals last longer or charge much faster.

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