Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Blade A73
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Blade A73 (2023) runs on the Unisoc T606. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 34/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A73 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 333,647); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
ZTE Blade A73
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A73 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE Blade A73, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 40 points higher (74/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A73 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A73 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | ZTE Blade A73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 333647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1335 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 5W | |
| 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.0×76.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Blade A73
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A73
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Blade A73
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and ZTE Blade A73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads ZTE Blade A73 by 747.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (89/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A73 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade A73?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A73 by 40 points (74/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Blade A73?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Blade A73 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade A73?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade A73?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Blade A73?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.