Honor Play11 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Honor Play11 Plus (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 32/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Play11 Plus has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Honor Play11 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Honor Play11 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 22 points higher (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus leads (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Honor Play11 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6500 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 | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | 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 | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Honor Play11 Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Honor Play11 Plus
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Play11 Plus
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Honor Play11 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (97/100 vs 68/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Honor Play11 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus by 22 points (54/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Play11 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor Play11 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Play11 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Play11 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Play11 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor Play11 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.