Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $799 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 30/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 560,883); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 210g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 560883
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1890
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 210g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $140 vs $799
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (97/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 560883 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $799 | $140 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 409.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $659. Tecno Pova 7 Neo is cheaper by $659.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (97/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 30/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.