Huawei Mate 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

Compare Huawei Mate 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE side by side: HiSilicon Kirin 9020 vs Exynos 2500, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs 4900mAh battery, $1049…

Huawei

Galaxy S26 FE

$699

8categories won

3 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Huawei Mate 70 Pro takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Huawei Mate 70 Pro takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 FE is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Huawei Mate 70 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 FE if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryHuawei Mate 70 Pro

Huawei Mate 70 Pro wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 100W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S26 FE

Galaxy S26 FE provides greater sustained gaming output with its Exynos 2500 and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraHuawei Mate 70 Pro

Huawei Mate 70 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 4x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S26 FE

Galaxy S26 FE wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1049.

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.

Huawei Mate 70 Pro vs Galaxy S26 FE: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Screen size	6.9"	6.7"
Resolution	1316 x 2832Winner	1080 x 2340
Pixel density	453 ppiWinner	385 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2500 nitsWinner	1900 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Chipset	HiSilicon Kirin 9020	Exynos 2500
Process node	7 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,280,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	4980	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GBWinner	8 GB
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	4xWinner	3x
Ultrawide	40 MPWinner	12 MP
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	12 MP
Max video	4K@60fps, 1080p@960fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Capacity	5,500 mAhWinner	4,900 mAh
Wired charging	100 WWinner	45 W
Wireless charging	80 WWinner	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Weight	221 g	193 gWinner
Thickness	8.2 mm	7.4 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68 / IP69	IP68
Build	Basalt architecture, second-generation Kunlun Glass, brocade fiber back	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
Operating system	HarmonyOS NEXT / 4.3	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	5 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Specification	Huawei Mate 70 Pro	Galaxy S26 FE
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,049	$699Winner