{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/oppo-a7-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-a26/",
    "generated": "2026-10-15T06:12:10+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Oppo A7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A26",
    "answer": "The Samsung Galaxy A26 is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 78 against 58 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and value for money. The Oppo A7 Pro still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Oppo A7 Pro is the cheaper of the two at PKR 79,999 against PKR 84,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Oppo A7 Pro",
            "slug": "oppo-a7-pro",
            "brand": "Oppo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/oppo/oppo-a7-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-13-2026-10_32_07-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 79999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-13T05:50:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 56.9,
                "battery": 81.3,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 78.9,
                "overall": 58.2
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "159.08 × 75.81 × 8.80 mm",
                    "Weight": "205 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP69K"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.57 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2372 pixels, FHD+",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED / OLED 120Hz 10-bit / 1.07 billion colors 1,400 nits",
                    "Protection": "Panda Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core, up to 2.4 GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, ColorOS 16,"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB UFS 2.2",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP + Auxiliary Camera, f/1.9, PDAF, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.1, 25mm (wide)",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30/60fps, 720p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "8000 mAh, Non-removable Li-Po Battery",
                    "Wired charging": "45W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Under-display Optical Fingerprint Sensor, Infrared Remote Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy A26",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-a26",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-a26/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-16-2026-10_33_45-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 84999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-16T05:39:44+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 62,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 64.6,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 77.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "March 2–19, 2025 (depending on region)",
                    "Dimensions": "164 × 77.5 × 7.7 mm",
                    "Weight": "200 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP67 dust/water resistant"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7 inches",
                    "Resolution": "2340 × 1080 pixels,",
                    "Panel type": "Super AMOLED 120 Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Exynos 1380 (5 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (up to 2.4 GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G68 MP5",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6 GB / 8 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB / 256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "• 50 MP (wide, OIS) • 8 MP (ultrawide) • 2 MP (macro)",
                    "Selfie camera": "13 MP",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po (Lithium-Polymer) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "25 W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Single SIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Dual-band Wi-Fi",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes (market dependent)",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted or under-display depending on region) (typical) Accelerometer, proximity, gyro",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "samsung-galaxy-a26",
        "margin": 19.5,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 13,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 62
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-a26"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 56.9,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 98
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-a26"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 81.3,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 64.6
                },
                "leader": "oppo-a7-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 50,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 50
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 78.9,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a26": 100
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-a26"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Oppo A7 Pro costs PKR 5,000 less.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro packs a 3,000 mAh larger battery.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro charges 20W faster."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Oppo A7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy A26 comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 19.5 points. It wins on performance, camera and value for money. Oppo A7 Pro can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Oppo A7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A26 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Oppo A7 Pro is listed at PKR 79,999 and Samsung Galaxy A26 at PKR 84,999. That makes Oppo A7 Pro cheaper by PKR 5,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Oppo A7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy A26 scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Oppo A7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?",
            "answer": "Oppo A7 Pro leads on battery. Oppo A7 Pro carries a 8000 mAh cell and Samsung Galaxy A26 a 5000 mAh cell, with 45W and 25W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Oppo A7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A26?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy A26 is the stronger gaming phone here. Oppo A7 Pro runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max while Samsung Galaxy A26 runs the Exynos 1380 (5 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}