HMD Aura vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The HMD Aura (2024) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 21/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Aura has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura doesn't; the HMD Aura is noticeably lighter (175g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes HMD Aura better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 175g vs 190g
- Overall rating 21/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 846
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 49 points higher (70/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.5×8.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Aura and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads HMD Aura by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Aura by 49 points (70/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HMD Aura has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.