Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs TCL K70 Power
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL K70 Power (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $1299 and $269. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 Power has the bigger battery (6500 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 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
TCL K70 Power
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 39/100)
What makes TCL K70 Power better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $269 vs $1299
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the TCL K70 Power, 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 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, TCL K70 Power — 32/100; 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 K70 Power (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | TCL K70 Power | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 33W | |
| 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 / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 167.7×79.1×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $269 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL K70 Power
- 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 K70 Power
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- 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 K70 Power
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and TCL K70 Power, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads TCL K70 Power by 501.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1030. TCL K70 Power was $1030 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (96/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 Power by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the TCL K70 Power — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL K70 Power?
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 K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the TCL K70 Power?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.