Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; launch prices were $799 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 66/100 vs 23/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 163,723); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 163723
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 185
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 521
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 214g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 39/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (66/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (63/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 44/100, Tecno Pova Neo — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (89/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 163723 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 185 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 521 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $130 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Pova Neo by 1644.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $669. Tecno Pova Neo was $669 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (90/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (89/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 43 points (66/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (90/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.