Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) 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 X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,484,077); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Phantom X2
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1484077
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4384
- Lighter: 162g vs 203g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 21/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, 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 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (46/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (64/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (64/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (97/100 vs 46/100).
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 X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Tecno Phantom X2 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.