Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; estimated prices are $1299 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 14/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 155,362); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 486
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $130 vs $1299
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 61 points higher (75/100 vs 14/100). 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 "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| 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 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $130 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Neo by 2163.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1169. Tecno Pova Neo is cheaper by $1169.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 61 points (75/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Neo?
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 Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.