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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); 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; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes HMD Vibe 2 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $799
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads (53/100 vs 31/100). Value score: HMD Vibe 2 Pro — 62/100, 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 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 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (89/100 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 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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: $619. HMD Vibe 2 Pro was $619 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 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (77/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (89/100 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 27 points (75/100 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 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 39/100).
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.