Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $1299 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 83/100 vs 56/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,437,807 vs 835,566); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 3437807 vs 835566
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 31/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 27 points higher (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 74/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3437807 | 835566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| 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 | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $229 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- 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 Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 311.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1070. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $1070 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (95/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (86/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 27 points (83/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for everyday use.