Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 69/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 2,926,532); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 309g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2926532
- Lighter: 190g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $2899
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 20/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (52/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 1 points higher (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (72/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $2899 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by 8.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1900. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $1900 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (72/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.