Infinix S5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix S5 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 23/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 177,554); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 178g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix S5 better?
- Longer battery life (32/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 723
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 178g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 51 points higher (74/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix S5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix S5 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix S5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (81/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (77/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix S5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 by 51 points (74/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix S5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.