OnePlus 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $969 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,185,805); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 122); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $969
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (57/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (57/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 58.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (77/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (57/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the OnePlus 9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.