Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE S30
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE S30 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 42/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE S30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 184g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
ZTE S30
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1762
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 184g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE S30 better?
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 42/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE S30, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE S30 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE S30 (89/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | ZTE S30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11, MyOS 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.8×76.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE S30
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE S30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE S30
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and ZTE S30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads ZTE S30 by 446.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE S30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE S30 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (77/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE S30 (89/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE S30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE S30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE S30 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE S30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE S30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE S30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.