Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 38/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 515,647); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1794
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 32 points higher (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 41/100). 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 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (72/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 1794 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4120 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 513.2% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (72/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 32 points (70/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.