Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Voyage 40 5G

The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (2023) runs on the Unisoc T7520 (Tanggula T760). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 10/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Voyage 40 5G 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 Voyage 40 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.5mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G by 44 points (54/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • 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 50/100)
What makes ZTE Voyage 40 5G 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 Voyage 40 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 44 points higher (54/100 vs 10/100). 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 Voyage 40 5G leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (97/100 vs 50/100). 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 Voyage 40 5G: The ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 ZTE Voyage 40 5G
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Unisoc T7520 (Tanggula T760)
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 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 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 13 Tiramisu
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 163.6×75.2×8.5 mm
Weight 162 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
  • 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 Voyage 40 5G
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
ZTE Voyage 40 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G (97/100 vs 50/100).

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 Voyage 40 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE Voyage 40 5G by 44 points (54/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Voyage 40 5G — 10/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

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

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Voyage 40 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Voyage 40 5G is a better fit for everyday use.