Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs TCL 60R
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL 60R (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1299 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60R has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the TCL 60R is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
TCL 60R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL 60R better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $1299
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the TCL 60R, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, TCL 60R — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60R is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | TCL 60R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 60R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60R
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
TCL 60R
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and TCL 60R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads TCL 60R by 555.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1190. TCL 60R was $1190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60R is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60R by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL 60R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the TCL 60R — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the TCL 60R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.