Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs TCL K70
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $999 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 43/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
TCL K70
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $999
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the TCL K70, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 27 points higher (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads TCL K70 by 449.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. TCL K70 was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.