Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $999 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 39/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1416
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $999
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 31 points higher (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Tecno Spark 40 by 781.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $879. Tecno Spark 40 was $879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 31 points (70/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.