Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $999 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 24/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 8C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.0mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Tecno Spark 8C
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 191g
- 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 53/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $999
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 46 points higher (70/100 vs 24/100). 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). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (66/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Tecno Spark 8C — 32/100; 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 8C (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (72/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Tecno Spark 8C by 1957.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $899. Tecno Spark 8C was $899 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (72/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C by 46 points (70/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 8C is a better fit for everyday use.