Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 9/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.5mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Pop 5X
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 162g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 45 points higher (54/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (15/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (15/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
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 Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 45 points (54/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.