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 — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy M33 5G 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 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2082
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M33 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 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 | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 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 | 165.4×76.9×9.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- 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 M33 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (89/100 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 29 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.