Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $1299 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 58/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pova Curve
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 39/100)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 189g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 26 points higher (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; 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 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (70/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $219 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- 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
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve by 300.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1080. Tecno Pova Curve was $1080 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (86/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (70/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve?
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 Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.