Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Axon 41 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 56/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,010,069); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
ZTE Axon 41 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3520
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 203g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 18 points higher (74/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads ZTE Axon 41 5G by 179.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 41 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (77/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 41 5G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.