Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Pova Neo

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; launch prices were $999 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 23/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 163,723); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 47 points (70/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 63
Portability 39
Value for money 26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 163723
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 185
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 521
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 214g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 47 points higher (70/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Tecno Pova Neo — 26/100; 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 Pova Neo (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (72/100 vs 39/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Tecno Pova Neo
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Helio G25
AnTuTu 3161830 163723
Geekbench Single 2900 185
Geekbench Multi 9200 521
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W
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
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 480 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 190 g 214 g
Launch price $999 $130
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Neo MediaTek Helio G25
23/100 -1831.2%
163723 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Tecno Pova Neo by 1831.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Tecno Pova Neo
$130

Launch price difference: $869. Tecno Pova Neo was $869 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (91/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (89/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (40/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (72/100 vs 39/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 47 points (70/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.