Realme 14T vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme 14T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $215 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 14T has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14T
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme 14T better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $799
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 14T vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme 14T — 54/100, 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 Realme 14T (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Realme 14T are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 14T (89/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 14T | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 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 | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.6×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 14T
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 14T and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme 14T by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $584. Realme 14T was $584 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 14T (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Realme 14T are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 14T (89/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 14T by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 14T and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme 14T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 14T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 14T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 14T over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.