Motorola Moto G100S vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 51/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G100S has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $999
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 19 points higher (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 Motorola Moto G100S (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (72/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Motorola Moto G100S by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $869. Motorola Moto G100S was $869 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (72/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G100S — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.