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 (3,515,964 vs 969,048); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 14 doesn't; the Realme 14 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 214g).
Realme 14
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 189g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $1299
- Better portability (66/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 969048
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1071
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3057
- 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)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 66/100)
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). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 66/100). 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). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Realme 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 969048 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1071 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3057 | 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 |
Realme 14
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
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
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
We compared Realme 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme 14 by 72.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1070. Realme 14 was $1070 cheaper at launch.
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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
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 Realme 14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.