Realme C100 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $210 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 5G 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 C100 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme C100 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 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 224g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 5G leads (60/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme C100 5G — 48/100, 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 5G (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (89/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 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 | 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 | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 5G
- 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 C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C100 5G by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $589. Realme C100 5G was $589 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (81/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (89/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G 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 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.