Realme Narzo 100x vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme Narzo 100x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $205 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 100x
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme Narzo 100x better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $205 vs $799
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Lighter: 162g vs 224g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 100x vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x leads (64/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 100x — 52/100, 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 Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 100x | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 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 | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×78.2×8.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $205 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 100x and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme Narzo 100x by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $594. Realme Narzo 100x was $594 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (81/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100x and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme Narzo 100x has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100x over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.