Poco F7 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco F7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $399 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 66/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,199,079).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Poco F7 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2199079
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6649
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 18 points higher (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco F7 — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco F7 (96/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F7 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2199079 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco F7
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F7
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- 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 F7 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco F7 by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $900. Poco F7 was $900 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F7 (96/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco F7 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco F7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.