Realme C83 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 47/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C83 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 581,041); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C83 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme C83 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C83 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (74/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (60/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme C83 5G — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C83 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme C83 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme C83 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C83 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C83 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C83 5G by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $669. Realme C83 5G was $669 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (89/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (89/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G by 27 points (74/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C83 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C83 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme C83 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.