Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $799 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 40 Premier has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,724,757); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4313
- Lighter: 162g vs 193g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $799
- Better camera (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (89/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (89/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (89/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Tecno Camon 40 Premier by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.