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Why buy from The Tech Gadgets
85%+ Battery Health
Minimum 85% battery health guaranteed on every grade.
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Our own warranty for twelve months. You deal with us directly.
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Professionally tested with Phonecheck diagnostics in Manchester.
What's in the box
- Your Samsung Galaxy A26 5G – Unlocked – Refurbished
- Charging cable Free
- SIM ejector pin Free
- Protective packaging
Overview
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G – Unlocked – Refurbished
This refurbished Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is unlocked for any UK network and starts from £180 for 128GB, or £210 for 256GB. It's pre-owned and graded Like New, Excellent or Very Good, with a 120Hz screen and IP67 water resistance. Our 12-month warranty is included, and weekday orders by 3pm are dispatched the same day.
Specs checked 30 Sep 2026 against Samsung's UK technical specifications. Updated 30 Sep 2026
6.7-inch
Display6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz50MP main
Cameras50MP main with OIS, 8MP ultra wide, 2MP macro; 13MP front5
Battery (Samsung, when new)000mAh, up to 17 hours video; 25W wired (GSMArena)Unlocked
Network and SIM5G; dual nano-SIM with hybrid slotSpecifications
Key facts
- Condition
- Refurbished (pre-owned): Like New, Excellent or Very Good
- Storage and RAM
- 128GB or 256GB; 8GB RAM with 256GB (Samsung UK); RAM on 128GB depends on the model supplied, so message us to confirm before you order; microSD up to 2TB
- Colours
- Black, White, Mint, Peach Pink
- Network and SIM
- Unlocked, 5G; dual nano-SIM with hybrid slot
- Display
- 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz
- Processor
- Octa-core 2.4GHz + 2GHz (Exynos 1380, model SM-A266B)
- Cameras
- 50MP main with OIS, 8MP ultra wide, 2MP macro; 13MP front
- Battery (Samsung, when new)
- 5,000mAh, up to 17 hours video; 25W wired (GSMArena)
- Software support
- 6 Android upgrades; security updates to 31 March 2031 (Samsung UK); IP67
- Battery health
- 85% or higher on every grade
- What's in the box
- Phone, free USB-C charging cable, free SIM ejector pin, protective packaging.
- Warranty
- 12 months, provided by The Tech Gadgets
- Dispatch
- Same day Mon–Fri if ordered by 3pm, from Manchester
- Returns
- 14-day cancellation; 30-day returns on unused items
Features
Every detail, verified.
01Network and SIM
Unlocked for all UK networks with 5G. Samsung UK lists two nano-SIMs, the second shared with microSD. eSIM and NFC aren't on Samsung's UK specification page, so we don't promise either.
02Display
Samsung specifies a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED at 1080 x 2340 and 120Hz. That's the main upgrade over the 90Hz Galaxy A16 and A17, and it makes scrolling and games look smoother.
03Performance and storage
Samsung lists an octa-core chip at 2.4GHz and 2GHz; GSMArena names it the Exynos 1380 (SM-A266B). Samsung UK pairs 256GB with 8GB of RAM; RAM on the 128GB model depends on the model supplied, so message us to confirm before you order. Unlike the A36 and A56, it takes microSD up to 2TB.
04Cameras
Samsung lists a 50MP f/1.8 main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra wide, a 2MP macro and a 13MP front camera. OIS steadies night shots and video, and the 8MP ultra wide improves on the A16's 5MP.
05Battery and charging
Samsung rates the 5,000mAh battery at up to 17 hours of video when new; GSMArena lists 25W wired charging. Minimum battery health at dispatch: 85%+ on every grade (Like New, Excellent and Very Good).
06Software updates
Samsung promises six Android upgrades and six years of security updates, with 31 March 2031 as the end date on its UK page. That's well over four years of patches from today. It's also rated IP67 for dust and water.
Condition
Pre-owned. Tested. Honestly graded.
Your Galaxy A26 5G is pre-owned and refurbished: tested, cleaned, factory reset and cleared of the previous owner's Google and Samsung accounts. Grades describe looks only, from Like New to Very Good. Like New: no visible marks on the screen or body. Excellent: light signs of use, hard to spot at arm's length. Very Good: visible marks on the body; the screen is in good shape. Every grade is fully working, tested and cleaned, with at least 85% battery health. Read how we test and grade.
Like New
No visible marks
Excellent
Light signs of use, hard to spot at arm's length
Very Good
Visible marks on the body; screen in good shape
Brand New
New
Fully tested
Cleaned
Factory reset
Previous accounts removed
Battery health checked
Compare
How it compares
Galaxy A26 vs A36: the A36 adds a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (GSMArena), 45W charging and eSIM, but no microSD, from £230. vs Galaxy A17 5G: both from £180 here; Samsung lists 90Hz and IP54 on the A17 5G against 120Hz and IP67 here. Read Galaxy A26 vs A36.
Our view
Is a refurbished Samsung Galaxy A26 5G worth buying in 2026?
Yes: it's our lowest-priced Samsung with a 120Hz screen and IP67. Samsung backs it with updates to March 2031, OIS and a 5,000mAh battery. The trade-offs are 25W charging and no eSIM listed; the A36 charges at 45W for £50 more.
Who it's for
Anyone wanting a tougher, smoother-screened Samsung on a budget, especially memory-card users. For fast charging and eSIM, the Galaxy A36 5G is next. On a tighter budget, the Galaxy A16 5G is £140.
Delivery, warranty and returns
Handled start to finish by our team in Manchester.
12 months
Warranty with us
Our own warranty, handled directly by us. Your Consumer Rights Act protection still applies.
30 days
Easy returns
Send back any unused item within 30 days. We refund you within 14 days of it reaching us.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
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Is it unlocked?
Yes, it's unlocked for every UK network, including 5G on EE, O2, Vodafone and Three where your plan supports it.
Is the Samsung Galaxy A26 waterproof?
It's water resistant, not waterproof: Samsung rates it IP67. That covers rain and accidental dunks, but don't swim with a used phone.
What battery health will I get?
At least 85% on every grade, checked before dispatch. You can see the figure in Settings › Battery › Battery Health.
What's in the box?
Your Samsung Galaxy A26 5G – Unlocked – Refurbished, a charging cable and a SIM ejector pin, all in protective packaging. The cable and SIM pin are included free.
Galaxy A26 vs A36: which should I buy?
Buy the A26 for a microSD slot and a lower price; buy the A36 for 45W charging and eSIM. Both have IP67 and 120Hz screens.
Can I add a memory card to the A26?
Yes, Samsung UK lists microSD up to 2TB. The card uses the second SIM slot, so it's two SIMs or one SIM and a card.
How long will the Galaxy A26 get updates?
Samsung UK lists security updates until 31 March 2031, plus six Android upgrades from launch.
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