Moto G Power 2026
The most rugged phone at this price
The new Moto G Power 2026 gets the same $299 price tag as its predecessor and is way more rugged than the Galaxy A26. You get stereo speakers, a larger battery, and Android 16.
Pros
- Larger display than A26
- Robust IP69 rating and MIL-STD-810H certification
- Ships with Android 16
- 32MP selfie camera
- Stereo speakers
Cons
- Same SoC as 2025 model, which wasn't great
- No changes to other cameras or display tech
- Drops wireless charging
- Only two OS upgrades
Samsung Galaxy A26
All set for the long haul
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is one of the very few budget phones to get a promise of six OS upgrades. It also offers a glass back, AMOLED screen, and a more potent SoC compared to the Moto G Power.
Pros
- Gorilla Glass Victus+ on front and back
- Slimmer and lighter design
- Six OS upgrades promised
- More potent SoC
- Useful AI features
Cons
- No stereo speakers
- Moto G Power has better waterproofing
- Only 6GB RAM variant officially sold in the U.S.
- No headphone jack
