Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Camon 50 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate; launch prices were $799 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,059,715).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1059715
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3185
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 50 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (92/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Camon 50 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Tecno Camon 50 Pro — 66/100; 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 Tecno Camon 50 Pro (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Camon 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1059715 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HIOS 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 162.4×77.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Camon 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Camon 50 Pro by 166.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $479. Tecno Camon 50 Pro was $479 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (89/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Tecno Camon 50 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.