Poco M5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $170 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 41/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 201g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 33 points higher (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M5 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco M5 — 50/100, 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 M5 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco M5 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 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 | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco M5 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $629. Poco M5 was $629 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco M5 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 33 points (74/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.