Honor X9c 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Compare Honor X9c 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Exynos 2500, 108MP vs 50MP camera, 6600mAh vs 4900mAh battery, $329…
Honor
Honor X9c 5G
$329
9categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26 FE
$699
9categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE proves superior overall against the Honor X9c 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9c 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 FE is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S26 FE if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor X9c 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor X9c 5G wins on endurance with 6,600 mAh and 66W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 FE provides greater sustained gaming output with its Exynos 2500 and 8GB RAM.
Galaxy S26 FE takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
Honor X9c 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $329 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor X9c 5G vs Galaxy S26 FE: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 437 ppiWinner | 385 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 1900 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Exynos 2500 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 585,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2780 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 108 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,600 mAhWinner | 4,900 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 g | 193 g |
| Thickness | 7.98 mm | 7.4 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65M (360-degree water resistance) | IP68 |
| Build | Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $329Winner | $699 |
Honor X9c 5G
Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
At $699, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE delivers a spacious 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a 3nm Exynos 2500 chipset, and an impressive seven years of software updates. It perfectly suits budget-conscious buyers who want flagship-tier build quality, capable triple cameras, and long-term reliability without paying top-tier prices.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Exynos 2500
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,900mAh
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