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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 70
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Hot 70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $799
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2014
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 70 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 70 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (89/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 70 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 79.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Infinix Hot 70 was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (89/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (89/100 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 29 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.