Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Blade A52

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Blade A52 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 34/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A52 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 36 points (70/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
ZTE Blade A52
Performance
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 35
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 214g

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 35/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Blade A52, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 36 points higher (70/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 leads (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (72/100 vs 35/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Blade A52: The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ ZTE Blade A52
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Unisoc
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 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 5 MP
RAM 12GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 190 g 214 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
ZTE Blade A52
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

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

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (72/100 vs 35/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 36 points (70/100 vs 34/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Blade A52 — 34/100.

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

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?

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