Infinix Hot 40i vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Infinix Hot 40i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $100 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 29/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 40i has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 330,006); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Infinix Hot 40i
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $999
- Overall rating 29/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40i vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 41 points higher (70/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 27/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 40i — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $999 |
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Infinix Hot 40i by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $899. Infinix Hot 40i was $899 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (91/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (89/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i by 41 points (70/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40i and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Infinix Hot 40i has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40i over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Infinix Hot 40i is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.