Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 32/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't; the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Faster charging: 60W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the ZTE Blade V80 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 43 points higher (75/100 vs 32/100). 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 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 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 ZTE Blade V80 Pro (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | ZTE Blade V80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7280 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- 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
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 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 ZTE Blade V80 Pro (86/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro by 43 points (75/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
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 V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.