Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,757,044); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 5311
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 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+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (72/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Launch price | $999 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 79.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (72/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.