Apple256 GB
iPhone Duo
7.6″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Night Sky · UK A3720 · dual eSIM · MK2E4QN/ARelease: 23 Oct 2026Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone Duo if…
- you want the higher IP68 water-resistance class (vs IP67) Source: Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy A26 5G if…
- you want a lighter phone: 200 g vs 254 g Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you need a physical SIM slot; the other is eSIM-only Source: Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy A26 5G
6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 120 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
256 GB · Black · UK SM-A266BZKCEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
iPhone Duo
0.9″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone Duo
- 7.6″
- Galaxy A26 5G
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone Duo
- No telephoto
- Galaxy A26 5G
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
PER-DISPLAY CLAIMS
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone Duo
- 31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
- Galaxy A26 5G
- Up to 17h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
18 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone DuoApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy A26 5GOcta-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Camera system
iPhone DuoMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Galaxy A26 5GRear: 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Video recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone DuoMain: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy A26 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone DuoWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Galaxy A26 5GWi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
iPhone DuoNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
Galaxy A26 5GSecurity updates until 31 March 2031
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5G
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Connections
iPhone DuoUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy A26 5GUSB Type-C; USB 2.0
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 12 more verified differences
Battery and charging
iPhone DuoUp to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
Galaxy A26 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 17 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
eSIM only
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Form factor
iPhone Duofoldable
Galaxy A26 5Gslab
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front cameras
iPhone DuoOuter: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
Galaxy A26 5G13.0 MP
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsiPhone DuoIP68
Galaxy A26 5GIP67
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
iPhone Duo2
Galaxy A26 5G3
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Inner display size
iPhone Duo7.6 in
Galaxy A26 5G6.7 in
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
iPhone DuoClosed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy A26 5G164.0 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Height (foldable measured folded)
iPhone Duo117.8 mm
Galaxy A26 5G164 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Closed thickness (foldable measured folded)
iPhone Duo11.3 mm
Galaxy A26 5G7.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone Duo254 g
Galaxy A26 5G200 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Closed width (foldable measured folded)
In Visual factsiPhone Duo84.1 mm
Galaxy A26 5G77.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone DuoUK model A3720; eSIM only
Galaxy A26 5GUK SM-A266BZKCEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)
Sources
iPhone Duo
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (85)
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone Duo120 fps
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone Duo60 fps
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Outer 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Sensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main (including its 2× mode); the Ultra Wide lists no OIS.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - OIS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - OIS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
iPhone Duo31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
Galaxy A26 5G17 hours
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBThe recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone Duo20 minutes
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G8 GB
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Android OS upgrade commitment
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G6 upgrades
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Up to six OS generations and six years of security updates as advertised by Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Availability and timing can vary.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Object Eraser
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung advertises Enhanced Object Eraser; results vary with the image and the object being removed.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Custom photo filters
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Filters that analyse gallery photos to create custom effects; results depend on shooting conditions.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Circle to Search
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Google feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Edit Suggestions
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Compatible with certain file formats only; results and accuracy are not guaranteed.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
iPhone DuoiOS 27.1
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stylus support
iPhone DuoApple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple announces iPhone DuoGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Biometric authentication
iPhone DuoTouch ID in the side button
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone DuoApple C2
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GCorning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung states Victus+ is applied to the front and rear; the back glass excludes camera glass, and the frame excludes volume/side keys and SIM tray. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main display resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone DuoRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy A26 5G8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone Duo0×
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open thickness
iPhone Duo5.2 mm
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open width
iPhone Duo164.6 mm
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone Duo2×
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Outer display
iPhone Duo5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GSuper AMOLED
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published outdoor peak
iPhone Duo3000 nits
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Inner pixel density
iPhone Duo430 ppi
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone Duo0
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GB38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G234.3
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GBluetooth v5.3
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G16M
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GC
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
External Storage Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GMicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GTouchscreen Bar
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GF2.2
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Flash
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G13.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G1200
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GDual-SIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GAndroid
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GF1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G50.0 MP + 8.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera Zoom
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GDigital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GAccelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNano-SIM (4FF)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GSIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G480fps @HD, 240fps @HD
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNo
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GUSB 2.0
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5G802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GYes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone Duo26 hours (inner display)
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical use
iPhone Duo24 hours
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US specification difference
iPhone DuoUS model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
iPhone Duo25 W
Galaxy A26 5GNot verified
Sources
Galaxy A26 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs111 specificationsiPhone DuoGalaxy A26 5G
iPhone DuoGalaxy A26 5GWeightDiffers
Sources
254g
200g
WidthDiffers
Sources
84.1mm
Closed width
77.5mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
11.3mm
Closed thickness
7.7mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
Closed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
164.0 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
Sources
117.8 mm
164 mm
Form factorDiffers
Sources
foldable
slab
ColourDiffers
Sources
Night Sky
Black
Open width
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
164.6 mm
Not verified
Open thickness
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
5.2 mm
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
7.6″
Inner display size · Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
430 ppiInner pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
Main: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Outer display
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Not verified
Main display resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
No dedicated lensNo dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
2
3
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Rear: 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to 4K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
2×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
Outer: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
13.0 MP
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
0The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main (including its 2× mode); the Ultra Wide lists no OIS.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
120 fps100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
60 fpsOuter 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 8.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
13.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Front Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
17 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Up to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 17 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
26 hours (inner display)Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
20 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Typical use
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
24 hoursApple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1200
Update policyDiffers
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
Security updates until 31 March 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Launch operating system
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
iOS 27.1
Not verified
External Storage Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
MicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
6 upgradesUp to six OS generations and six years of security updates as advertised by Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Availability and timing can vary.
Circle to Search
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
YesGoogle feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Custom photo filters
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
YesFilters that analyse gallery photos to create custom effects; results depend on shooting conditions.
Object Eraser
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
YesSamsung advertises Enhanced Object Eraser; results vary with the image and the object being removed.
Edit Suggestions
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
YesCompatible with certain file formats only; results and accuracy are not guaranteed.
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Sources
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
RAM and storage configurationDiffers
Sources
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3720; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK SM-A266BZKCEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
256 GB
256 GB
RAM
Sources
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
8 GB
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
IP67Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
eSIM onlyDiffers
Sources
Yes
No
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Biometric authentication
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
Touch ID in the side button
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
2026-10-16
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
2026-10-23
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
£1,999Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
US specification difference
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
US model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
Apple C2Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Not verified
Stylus support
Sources
Galaxy A26 5GNo source recorded
Apple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Not verified
Memory card support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Yes
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Super AMOLED
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
480fps @HD, 240fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
234.3
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF)
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
Infra
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
C
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy A26 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product page
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Samsung states Victus+ is applied to the front and rear; the back glass excludes camera glass, and the frame excludes volume/side keys and SIM tray. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Show unverified (4)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verifiedSamsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
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256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight254 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size7.6 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode.
AppleClaimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter. 50 divided by 20 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density430 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£1,999.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone Duo, 256 GB, Night SkyApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone DuoApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight200 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback17 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP67Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
SamsungRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G technical specifications — SM-A266BZKCEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A26 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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