Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 7874
- Lighter: 162g vs 193g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (89/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Exynos 2500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 2289696 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2285 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 7874 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 38.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (77/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (55/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (89/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.