Honor X40 GT Racing vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 30/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X40 GT Racing has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Honor X40 GT Racing
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 15/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing leads (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (97/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Honor X40 GT Racing | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Honor X40 GT Racing
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Honor X40 GT Racing
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (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 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (43/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (97/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40 GT Racing and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor X40 GT Racing has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40 GT Racing over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor X40 GT Racing is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.