OnePlus Nord N20 SE vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord N20 SE (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G35, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $150 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 195,539); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE doesn't; the OnePlus Nord N20 SE is noticeably lighter (187g vs 214g).
OnePlus Nord N20 SE
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 187g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 781
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord N20 SE vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord N20 SE | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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 | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.0×8.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $150 | $1299 |
OnePlus Nord N20 SE
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord N20 SE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord N20 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Nord N20 SE and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord N20 SE by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1149. OnePlus Nord N20 SE is cheaper by $1149.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord N20 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord N20 SE by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord N20 SE and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord N20 SE has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord N20 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord N20 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord N20 SE over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord N20 SE 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.