Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $1299 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 31/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 44 points higher (75/100 vs 31/100). 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 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (84/100 vs 0/100). 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 Spark 40 Pro (86/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $150 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 761.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1149. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $1149.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (84/100 vs 0/100).
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 Spark 40 Pro (86/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.