Honor X40 GT Racing vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Honor X40 GT Racing is noticeably lighter (199g vs 214g).
Honor X40 GT Racing
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Faster charging: 66W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Honor X40 GT Racing | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Magic OS 7.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×75.8×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Honor X40 GT Racing
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Honor X40 GT Racing
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (84/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (86/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (51/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40 GT Racing and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Honor X40 GT Racing has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40 GT Racing over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Honor X40 GT Racing is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.