Realme 15x vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $250 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 51/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $799
- Longer battery life (75/100 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 212g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 23 points higher (74/100 vs 51/100). 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 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (75/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme 15x — 52/100, 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 15x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme 15x by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Realme 15x was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (81/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x by 23 points (74/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.