Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; estimated prices are $1299 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 13/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 153,667); the Tecno Spark 8C is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Spark 8C
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 846
- 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 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 62 points higher (75/100 vs 13/100). 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 "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 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 | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" 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 Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 8C by 2188.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1199. Tecno Spark 8C is cheaper by $1199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C by 62 points (75/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 8C?
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 Spark 8C?
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 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Spark 8C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.