Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 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 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 90
Display 81
Camera 40
Battery 31
Portability 89
Value for money 44
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1453683
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1967
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5401
  • Lighter: 162g vs 249g

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 73/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (89/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 25W

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (89/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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 5750 mAh
Charging 25W 70W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 162 g 249 g
Launch price $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
31
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Samsung Exynos 2600
66/100
2856499 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 -96.5%
1453683 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold2 by 96.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (90/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (89/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (90/100 vs 73/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.