Realme C100 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G92 Max, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $269 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 365,001); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme C100 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $269 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 162g vs 219g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme C100 4G — 22/100, 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 C100 4G (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (89/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G92 Max | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 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 | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $269 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C100 4G by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Realme C100 4G was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (89/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C100 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.