Realme C65 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 36/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C65 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C65 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme C65 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1461
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C65 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 38 points higher (74/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C65 4G (89/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C65 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C65 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C65 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C65 4G by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C65 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C65 4G (89/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G by 38 points (74/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C65 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C65 4G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C65 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C65 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.