Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 47/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,519,456); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 182g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1519456
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 182g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 72/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 7 points higher (54/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (64/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (97/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 1519456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 182 g | |
| Price | $799 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Sony Xperia 5 V by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (64/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (97/100 vs 72/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.