Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 44/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,453,683); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 299g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1453683
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5401
- Lighter: 162g vs 299g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better camera (53/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 10 points higher (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (64/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 299 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold by 96.5% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (64/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (42/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Tecno Phantom V Fold — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.