Poco C65 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $99 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 33/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C65 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1031
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 41 points higher (74/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco C65 by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Poco C65 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 41 points (74/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.