Infinix Note 50x vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix Note 50x (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $140 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note 50x has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 50x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 50x
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Note 50x better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $799
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2813
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 50x 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 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 50x leads (54/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Infinix Note 50x — 72/100, 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 Note 50x (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 50x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (89/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 50x | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 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 | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.4×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 50x
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 50x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 50x
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 50x and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix Note 50x by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $659. Infinix Note 50x was $659 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 50x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50x (89/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 50x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50x by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 50x and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Note 50x has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 50x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 50x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 50x over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.