Motorola Moto G35 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Motorola Moto G35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G35 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 628,581); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G35
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Motorola Moto G35 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2318
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 162g vs 188g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G35 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G35 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G35 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G35 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×76.0×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Motorola Moto G35 by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Moto G35
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G35 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G35 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Moto G35 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G35 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.