Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1520 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 70/100. Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 2,107,301); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 229g).
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (55/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 6200
- Lighter: 190g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1520
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (52/100 vs 44/100)
The Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ received the same MobileRank rating — 70/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 9200 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $999 |
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Huawei Pura X Max by 33.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $521. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $521 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (55/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (72/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
Both devices scored 70/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26+.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.