Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (2022) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 613,957); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.4mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Performance 47
Display 66
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 45
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Samsung Galaxy M33 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh

  • Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 613957
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 957
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2095
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 198g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (72/100 vs 45/100).

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G: The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G 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 M33 5G Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Exynos 1280 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 613957 3161830
Geekbench Single 957 2900
Geekbench Multi 2095 9200
Display 6.6" TFT LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2408 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 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 165.4×76.9×9.4 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 198 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
32
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
  • 6.6" TFT LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Exynos 1280
45/100
613957 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +80.6%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 80.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (91/100 vs 47/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (72/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.