Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 6/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 214g).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 180g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 5MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 69 points higher (75/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (51/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 69 points (75/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.