OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $250 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 66/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,536,961).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $999
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2536961
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 7478
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 4 points higher (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (68/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 19.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $749. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing was $749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.