Samsung Galaxy S26 vs TCL K70
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $799 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 43/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
TCL K70
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the TCL K70, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 31 points higher (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL K70 leads (48/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads TCL K70 by 391.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. TCL K70 was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 31 points (74/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.