Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 56/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 874,382).
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 874382
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 14 points higher (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20+ — 22/100, 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 S20+ (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20+ | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 874382 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S20+ by 72.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S20+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.