Realme C30s vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 11/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 214g).
Realme C30s
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 186g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 64 points higher (75/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C30s leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C30s (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Realme C30s | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI Go | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme C30s (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 64 points (75/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30s over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.