Lava Blaze Amoled 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $139 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Lava Blaze Amoled 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $799
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2386
- Lighter: 162g vs 174g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads (46/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Lava Blaze Amoled 2 — 78/100, 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 Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Amoled 2 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×76.1×7.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 174 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Lava Blaze Amoled 2 by 75.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $660. Lava Blaze Amoled 2 was $660 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (89/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.