Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 7/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 68 points higher (75/100 vs 7/100). 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | ZTE Blade A52 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 68 points (75/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
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 ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.