Honor Power 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Honor Power 2 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $280 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Power 2 has the bigger battery (10080 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,407,614); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Power 2
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Honor Power 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 10080 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $799
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2407614
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6405
- Lighter: 162g vs 216g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Power 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Power 2 leads (76/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Honor Power 2 — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Power 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Power 2 (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Power 2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (76/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Power 2 (89/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Power 2 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2407614 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10080 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.3×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $280 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Honor Power 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Honor Power 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Power 2
- 10080 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Power 2 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Honor Power 2 by 14.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $519. Honor Power 2 was $519 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Power 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Power 2 (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Power 2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (76/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor Power 2 (89/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Power 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Honor Power 2 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Power 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor Power 2 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Power 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Power 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Honor Power 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor Power 2 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.