Infinix Zero 40 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Infinix Zero 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 66/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Infinix Zero 40 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Infinix Zero 40
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1256
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 4207
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 20W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Infinix Zero 40 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 18 points higher (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Infinix Zero 40 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Infinix Zero 40 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1256 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4207 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Infinix Zero 40
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Zero 40
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Zero 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 20W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Infinix Zero 40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (86/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Infinix Zero 40 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Infinix Zero 40 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 40 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Zero 40 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 40 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.