Honor 600e vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Honor 600e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $550 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 37/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 600e has the bigger battery (6520 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 180g).
Honor 600e
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6520 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $550 vs $799
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (72/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 180g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Honor 600e vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600e leads (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600e leads (72/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor 600e (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor 600e is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor 600e (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600e notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor 600e | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6520 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $550 | $799 |
Honor 600e
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Honor 600e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 600e
- 6520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $249. Honor 600e is cheaper by $249.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor 600e (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor 600e is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor 600e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor 600e (97/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600e notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor 600e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Honor 600e — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Honor 600e and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor 600e has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 600e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor 600e leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 600e or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor 600e over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor 600e is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.