Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Pop X
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $999 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 33/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Tecno Pop X
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 186g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $999
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Pop X, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 37 points higher (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Tecno Pop X — 50/100; 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 Pop X (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $899. Tecno Pop X was $899 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (91/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X by 37 points (70/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Pop X — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for everyday use.