Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia X30 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2101
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). 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 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nokia X30 by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia X30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.