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Reno 8 Pro vs Galaxy A26 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Reno 8 Pro
Oppo · 2022

Reno 8 Pro

Price on request
83.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.5
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery80/100
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung · 2025

Galaxy A26 5G

$299
83.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.8
Benchmark
Performance72/100
Camera88/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Reno 8 Pro:
  • ✓12g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.62" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy A26 5G:
  • ✓$9700 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationReno 8 ProGalaxy A26 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen Size6.62"6.7"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (398 ppi)2340x1080 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,900 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A8 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161 x 74.2 x 7.57 mm164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight188 g200 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP67
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging80W wired fast charging25W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$299
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy A26 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy A26 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Reno 8 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 25W · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB
When to buy Galaxy A26 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.8 vs top rival 83.5 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Reno 8 Pro vs Galaxy A26 5G

Which phone is better: Reno 8 Pro or Galaxy A26 5G?

Galaxy A26 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.8/100 compared to Reno 8 Pro (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.8 vs top rival 83.5 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Reno 8 Pro and Galaxy A26 5G?

Reno 8 Pro is equipped with a 6.62-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Galaxy A26 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Reno 8 Pro and Galaxy A26 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Reno 8 Pro scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy A26 5G scores 88/100.

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