Realme C100x vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Realme C100x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $175 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 42/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Realme C100x
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $999
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 54/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1800
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Realme C100x vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 28 points higher (70/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x leads (75/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Realme C100x — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (72/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme C100x | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| 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 | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $999 |
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $824. Realme C100x was $824 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (91/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (75/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (72/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme C100x by 28 points (70/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100x and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme C100x has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100x over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme C100x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.