HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $180 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 48/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes HMD Vibe 2 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $999
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 190g vs 197g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 22 points higher (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Vibe 2 Pro — 62/100, 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+ significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the HMD Vibe 2 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the HMD Vibe 2 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Vibe 2 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $999 |
Camera comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Vibe 2 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads HMD Vibe 2 Pro by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $819. HMD Vibe 2 Pro was $819 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the HMD Vibe 2 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the HMD Vibe 2 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro by 22 points (70/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the HMD Vibe 2 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.