Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB vs Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB is cheaper by SAR 166 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 166
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Higher warranty: 2 years vs 1 years
  • Has dual SIM; the other doesn't

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 8 GB4 GB
  • Display type

    Super AMOLEDAMOLED

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,049
Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 1,215
Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,049SAR 1,215
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB4 GB
ProcessorExynos 1380Unisoc T7250
Battery capacity5,000 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired charging25 W—
Main camera50 MP—
5GYes—
Years of OS updates6 years—

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB?

Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB: Exynos 1380; Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB: Unisoc T7250. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB: 5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Samsung Galaxy A26 256GB: 8 GB vs 4 GB on the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.