Honor X40i vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Honor X40i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 39/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 515,647); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X40i doesn't; the Honor X40i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X40i
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Honor X40i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 190g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X40i vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 31 points higher (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Honor X40i (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X40i | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 45W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Honor X40i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Honor X40i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X40i
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X40i and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Honor X40i by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor X40i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (89/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Honor X40i (54/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Honor X40i by 31 points (70/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40i and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Honor X40i has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40i over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.