Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 27/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.6mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 43 points (70/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Performance
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 32
Portability 60
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 190g

  • Overall rating 27/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 43 points higher (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Blade A52 Lite: The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 4000 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 5 MP
RAM 12GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 188 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (89/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (40/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (54/100 vs 32/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 43 points (70/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.