Poco C40 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 11/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 204g).
Poco C40
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 204g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (54/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 leads (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Poco C40 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (97/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 43 points (54/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.