Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 9/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 66 points higher (75/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 66 points (75/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.