Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $799 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1416
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 35 points higher (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 688.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Tecno Spark 40 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.