Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Blade V50

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 49/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4800).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 21 points (70/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
ZTE Blade V50
Performance
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 42
Portability 72
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 190g

  • Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 21 points higher (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ ZTE Blade V50
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 45W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 190 g 178 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 V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
ZTE Blade V50
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 21 points (70/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for everyday use.