Realme C65 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $125 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 27/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 346,495); the Realme C65 4G is noticeably lighter (185g vs 214g).
Realme C65 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 185g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $125 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1364
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme C65 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 48 points higher (75/100 vs 27/100). 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 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Realme C65 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $125 | $1299 |
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C65 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Realme C65 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme C65 4G by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1174. Realme C65 4G is cheaper by $1174.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G by 48 points (75/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C65 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme C65 4G has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C65 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.