OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7400, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $223 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 55/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 956,756).
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $223 vs $999
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 54/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 956756
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3185
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 15 points higher (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (68/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7400 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 956756 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $223 | $999 |
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $776. OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite was $776 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (68/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.