OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $250 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 2,545,677).
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Lighter: 200g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 2545677
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 7478
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (93/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (93/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2545677 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $250 | $1299 |
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 27.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1049. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is cheaper by $1049.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (84/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (86/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (93/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.