Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger battery (4674 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,972,476); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2880
- Bigger battery: 4674 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8638
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 30.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (47/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (89/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.