Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Pop 6
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) and the Tecno Pop 6 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 10/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop 6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 6 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.7mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Pop 6
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Pop 6, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 44 points higher (54/100 vs 10/100). 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 "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 6 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Pop 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.1" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1560 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 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 11 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 157.8×73.8×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | — | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop 6
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 6
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop 6
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 6
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (97/100 vs 50/100).
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 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 by 44 points (54/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pop 6 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pop 6?
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 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Pop 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pop 6 is a better fit for everyday use.