Infinix Hot 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Infinix Hot 70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $150 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 575,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 70
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Infinix Hot 70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $999
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2014
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 70 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 70 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 70 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 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 | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.9×79.1×7.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 70 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Infinix Hot 70 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Infinix Hot 70 was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 70 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Infinix Hot 70 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 70 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.