Realme realme V23i vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 11/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Realme realme V23i has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Realme realme V23i
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (54/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme realme V23i leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme realme V23i | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme realme V23i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme realme V23i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (97/100 vs 68/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 43 points (54/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme realme V23i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme realme V23i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.