Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 16/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 162g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 38 points higher (54/100 vs 16/100). 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 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 5 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 162 g 207 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (97/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.