Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,087,886); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 118); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2087886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6826
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (50/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2087886 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 34.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (77/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.