Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $1299 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 561,891).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 561891
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). 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 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 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 Tecno Pova 7 Neo (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 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
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 516.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1159. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $1159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (88/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (86/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.