Apple iPhone 16e vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2880
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 162g vs 167g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (31/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 37.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 16e was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.