Realme V30 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme V30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek, 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 V30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 186g).
Realme V30
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 186g
- 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 67/100)
Comparing the Realme V30 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 V30 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme V30 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Realme V30
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme V30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V30
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme V30
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (97/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme V30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 43 points (54/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V30 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme V30 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V30 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.