Realme P4R vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme P4R (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 $150 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4R has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 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 P4R doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P4R
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme P4R better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $1299
- Overall rating 45/100
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 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P4R vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). 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 30/100). Value score: Realme P4R — 64/100, 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 P4R (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme P4R (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4R (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme P4R are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P4R | 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 | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme P4R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme P4R
- 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 P4R
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 P4R and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme P4R by 84.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1149. Realme P4R was $1149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4R (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme P4R (88/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4R (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme P4R are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P4R or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme P4R by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P4R and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme P4R has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P4R or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P4R or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme P4R 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.