Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Phantom 9
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom 9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 31/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom 9 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Phantom 9
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 164g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 15/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom 9 better?
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Phantom 9, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (74/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Phantom 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.5×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom 9
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom 9
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Phantom 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Phantom 9 by 1320.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (89/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (77/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (31/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 by 43 points (74/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Phantom 9 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.