Nokia C31 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 10/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 200g).
Nokia C31
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 200g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 44 points higher (54/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (37/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (97/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 44 points (54/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.