Huawei Y5p vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Huawei Y5p (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 18/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3020); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 177,554); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei Y5p doesn't; the Huawei Y5p is noticeably lighter (144g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Y5p
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Huawei Y5p better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 190g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3020 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Y5p vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 52 points higher (70/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (54/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Y5p is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Y5p | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 9200 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3020 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×70.9×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Y5p
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Huawei Y5p
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Y5p
- 3020 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Y5p and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Huawei Y5p by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Y5p
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (89/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p (54/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Y5p is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Y5p or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei Y5p by 52 points (70/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Y5p and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Huawei Y5p has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Y5p or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Y5p or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Y5p over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.