Infinix Note 30 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix Note 30 (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 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note 30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 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 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 30
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Note 30 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (48/100 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 219g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 30 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). 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 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 leads (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (89/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 30 | 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 | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 580 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 30
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 30
- 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 Note 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 30 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix Note 30 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (89/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 30 by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Note 30 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 30 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.