Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 5/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 49 points higher (54/100 vs 5/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | — | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (15/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (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 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 49 points (54/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.