Realme C30s vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 11/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C30s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 186g).
Realme C30s
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 186g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (54/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C30s leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme C30s | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (97/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 43 points (54/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C30s or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30s over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.