Realme 14 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme 14 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $229 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 14 has the bigger battery (6000 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 975,254); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 14 doesn't; the Realme 14 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme 14 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 189g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $1299
- Better portability (66/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 975254
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1087
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3148
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme 14 — 62/100, 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 Realme 14 (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 975254 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1087 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3148 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 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 | 16 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) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.7×8.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 14
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 Realme 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme 14 by 71.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1070. Realme 14 was $1070 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (96/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 14 by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme 14 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Realme 14 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.