Realme P4 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme P4 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $130 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 40/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4 Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P4 Lite
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme P4 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $1299
- Overall rating 40/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P4 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 44 points higher (84/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Realme P4 Lite — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme P4 Lite are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P4 Lite | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme P4 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme P4 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme P4 Lite by 84.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1169. Realme P4 Lite was $1169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (88/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (86/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme P4 Lite are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite by 44 points (84/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme P4 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme P4 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.