Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $1299 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 39/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1299
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 45 points higher (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 40 by 865.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1179. Tecno Spark 40 was $1179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 45 points (84/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.