Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $420 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 70/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 2,496,976); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $999
- Better camera (61/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2496976
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 7478
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Realme GT7 scores 7 points higher (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (61/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (72/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2496976 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $999 |
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme GT7 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Realme GT7 by 21.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $579. Realme GT7 was $579 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (61/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (90/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (72/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme GT7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.