Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Camon 50
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Camon 50 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate; launch prices were $999 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 52/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 50 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4900).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Tecno Camon 50
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2100
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 190g vs 201g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 58/100)
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4900 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $999
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (92/100 vs 89/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Camon 50, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 18 points higher (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 leads (64/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Tecno Camon 50 — 72/100; 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 Tecno Camon 50 (91/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Tecno Camon 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 2100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $180 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Camon 50
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 50
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Camon 50
- 6150 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $819. Tecno Camon 50 was $819 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (91/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Camon 50?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Tecno Camon 50 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Camon 50?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Camon 50 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Camon 50?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Camon 50?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Camon 50 is a better fit for everyday use.