Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy M23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 43/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M23 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 566,483); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M23
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy M23 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1882
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M23 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 31 points higher (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M23 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 566483 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 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 | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M23 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy M23 by 80.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M23
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 by 31 points (74/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M23 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy M23 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M23 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.