Realme P4 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme P4 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 40/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; 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 P4 Lite doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P4 Lite
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme P4 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (55/100 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
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 212g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P4 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 34 points higher (74/100 vs 40/100). 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 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite leads (55/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme P4 Lite — 60/100, 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 P4 Lite (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (89/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P4 Lite | 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 | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- 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 P4 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme P4 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme P4 Lite by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $669. Realme P4 Lite was $669 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (81/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (55/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (89/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme P4 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme P4 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.