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).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold2 by 96.5% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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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).
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.