Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 13/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Lighter: 143g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (82/100 vs 72/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (52/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 57 points higher (70/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (52/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 9200 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (91/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (54/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (52/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 57 points (70/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.