Infinix Hot 40 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix Hot 40 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Hot 40 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 Pro leads (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix Hot 40 Pro by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 Pro by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Hot 40 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.