Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pop X
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $1299 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 310,000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X doesn't; the Tecno Pop X is noticeably lighter (186g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pop X
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 310000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pop X, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). 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 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 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 | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pop X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pop X by 1034.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1199. Tecno Pop X is cheaper by $1199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pop X?
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 X?
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 X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.