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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 67/100 (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 (2,827,538 vs 1,774,668); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 118); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 182g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Sony Xperia 5 V
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1774668
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 182g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 V better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 7 points higher (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (89/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1774668 | |
| 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 | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
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 59.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia 5 V
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (77/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (89/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 74/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for active users.