Realme GT7 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 71/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4000); the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 2827538
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8430
- Lighter: 162g vs 203g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 3 points higher (74/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (89/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 (China) | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2835794 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 (China) and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 0.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (89/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Realme GT7 (China) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.