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AED 799
India Price
₹22,999
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Smartphone · Samsung · 2025
The Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB is Samsung's 2025 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~86.7% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Exynos 1380 (5 nm) - GlobalExynos 1280 (5 nm) - LATAM chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 799 in the UAE and ₹22,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy A26 excels with its 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 50MP main camera with OIS, and 25W wired charging delivering 10 hours 44 minutes of active use — rare in this price bracket. It’s built for users who prioritize screen smoothness, reliable low-light photos, and all-day battery without premium pricing. The Exynos 1380 handles daily tasks efficiently, and Android 15 with six OS upgrades ensures long-term software support. However, the 2MP macro lens adds no meaningful utility, and thermals throttle under sustained 5G gaming, limiting extended high-load use. In UAE at AED 799, it’s competitive because no other 120Hz AMOLED phone under AED 900 offers OIS or six Android updates. In India at ₹22,999, it’s overpriced — rivals like the Poco X6 Pro offer better performance and faster charging for the same cost. Skip if you need gaming stamina or want to avoid the macro sensor clutter.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Radio | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm (6.46 x 3.05 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~86.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~385 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs level 5 |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Colors | Black, White, Mint, Peach Pink |
| Models | SM-A266E, SM-A266E/DS, SM-A266E/DSN, SM-A266B, SM-A266B/DS, SM-A266B/DSN, SM-A266U, SM-A266U1, SM-A266W |
| SAR | 0.75 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.41 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) |
| Price | ₹ 24,999 / $ 167.00 / £ 188.00 / € 190.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 579811 (v10) GeekBench: 2768 (v6) 3DMark: 794 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 777 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.1 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery | Active use score 10:44h |
| Energy | Class C |
| Battery | 37:05h endurance, 1200 cycles |
| Free fall | Class B (269 falls) |
| Repairability | Class C |
| Announced | 2025, March 02 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, March 19 |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) - GlobalExynos 1280 (5 nm) - LATAM |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - GlobalOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - LATAM |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP5 - GlobalMali-G68 - LATAM |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy A26.
Yes, it remains a solid value for budget-conscious buyers in 2026 due to its reliable performance and ongoing software support. Its price point makes it a practical choice over newer mid-range models with minimal real-world improvements.
The Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB is priced at AED 799 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy A26 128GB is priced at ₹22999 in India. It is available through Samsung's official website and leading electronics retailers nationwide.
The camera delivers clear, well-exposed photos in daylight with accurate colors and decent detail. It handles basic low-light shots reasonably well but struggles with fine textures in dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, social media, and occasional video streaming. It easily supports users through 8–10 hours of mixed activity without needing a recharge.
Ready to buy the Galaxy A26?
From AED 799 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
