Samsung Galaxy A26 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy A26 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Exynos 1280 (5 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh…

Samsung

Sony Xperia 10 VI

$399

4categories won

4 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy A26 5G takes the lead, while the Sony Xperia 10 VI is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy A26 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy A26 5G

Galaxy A26 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 25W fast charging.

🎮 GamingSony Xperia 10 VI

Sony Xperia 10 VI provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A26 5G

Galaxy A26 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $299 vs $399.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy A26 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Screen size	6.6"	6.1"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2520Winner
Pixel density	390 ppi	449 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nitsWinner	800 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Chipset	Exynos 1280 (5 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	—	570,000
Geekbench multi	—	2780
Maximum RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Maximum storage	256GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Main sensor	50 MPWinner	48 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Ultrawide	8 MP	8 MP
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	8 MP
Max video	4K at 30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired charging	25 WWinner	21 W
Wireless charging	25 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Weight	198 g	164 gWinner
Thickness	8.3 mm	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP54	IP65 / IP68
Build	Glass front, textured plastic frame and back with Key Island design	Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Operating system	Android 15 (One UI 7.0)	Android 14
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	3 years
Security updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy A26 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	—	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	microSD	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$299Winner	$399