Realme V21 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 10/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 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 V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- 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 50/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 44 points higher (54/100 vs 10/100). 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 V21 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme V21 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (97/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 44 points (54/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.