Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 7/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Libero 5G III has the bigger battery (4120 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 47 points (54/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 162g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Bigger battery: 4120 vs 4000 mAh

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 47 points higher (54/100 vs 7/100). 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 "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 15/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (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 Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4120 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 8 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 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 Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 15/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (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 Libero 5G III?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 47 points (54/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.