Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $999 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 46/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 576,015).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 44
Display 70
Camera 29
Battery 48
Portability 76
Value for money 68
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 576015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2014
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $999

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 24 points higher (70/100 vs 46/100). 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 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 68/100; 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 Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 3161830 576015
Geekbench Single 2900 727
Geekbench Multi 9200 2014
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 1224x2720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 15, HIOS 15.1
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 190 g 195 g
Launch price $999 $150
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1224x2720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
70
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
46/100 -448.9%
576015 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 448.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Launch price difference: $849. Tecno Spark 40 Pro was $849 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (89/100 vs 70/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.