Poco C65 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $99 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 33/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 348,562); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $1299
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1031
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 51 points higher (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C65 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco C65 by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Poco C65 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (96/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (88/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C65 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 51 points (84/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.