Samsung Galaxy M13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Samsung Galaxy M13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $149 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 31/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M13 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 234,339).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 39 points (70/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M13
Performance 16
Display 42
Camera 30
Battery 51
Portability 68
Value for money 38
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Samsung Galaxy M13 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $999

  • Overall rating 31/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 234339
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 836
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 39 points higher (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M13 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

Samsung Galaxy M13: The Samsung Galaxy M13 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M13 Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Samsung Exynos 850 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 234339 3161830
Geekbench Single 300 2900
Geekbench Multi 836 9200
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2408x1080 3120x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 192 g 190 g
Launch price $149 $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
42
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M13
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless charging: no data
51
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M13 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M13 Samsung Exynos 850
31/100
234339 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +92.6%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy M13 by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M13
$149
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Launch price difference: $850. Samsung Galaxy M13 was $850 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (91/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (89/100 vs 42/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 39 points (70/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy M13 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy M13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.