Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,289,696).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 7874
- Lighter: 190g vs 193g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 27.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.