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).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 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)
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Overall rating 27/100
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).
| 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
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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).
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.