Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,700,848); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1700848
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 40/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (84/100 vs 21/100). 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 Pova 7 Ultra (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | — | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 106.7% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (84/100 vs 21/100).
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 Pova 7 Ultra (86/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.