ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 62/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,684,922); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 8 points higher (70/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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+ notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (54/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9200 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 46.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. ASUS Zenfone 10 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (54/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the ASUS Zenfone 10 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.