Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $799 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 57/100 vs 54/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,856,499); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 309g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Lighter: 162g vs 309g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $2899
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2856499
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 3 points higher (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 309 g | |
| Price | $799 | $2899 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 2.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $2100. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $2100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (97/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (49/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users.