Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Phantom 9
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom 9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 31/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom 9 doesn't; the Tecno Phantom 9 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Tecno Phantom 9
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 190g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 72/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Phantom 9, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 39 points higher (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (40/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Tecno Phantom 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.5×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom 9
- Main: 16MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom 9
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Tecno Phantom 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Tecno Phantom 9 by 1488.0% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom 9
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (40/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (54/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 by 39 points (70/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Phantom 9 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Phantom 9 is a better fit for everyday use.