Samsung Galaxy F36 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy F36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $245 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 51/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy F36 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F36
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy F36 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $799
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2710
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F36 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 23 points higher (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F36 — 52/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy F36 (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy F36 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (89/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F36 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F36 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy F36 by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $554. Samsung Galaxy F36 was $554 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (89/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy F36 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (89/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 by 23 points (74/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F36 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy F36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F36 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.