Poco F5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Compare Poco F5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600, 64MP…
Poco
F5 Pro
$499
9categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26
$790
7categories won
5 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco F5 Pro takes the overall win
The Poco F5 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Galaxy S26 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the F5 Pro. Choose the F5 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
F5 Pro wins on endurance with 5,160 mAh and 67W fast charging.
F5 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
Galaxy S26 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
F5 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $790.
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.
F5 Pro vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 526 ppiWinner | 409 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1400 nits | 2600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 3,064,672 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10824 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 64 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,160 mAhWinner | 4,300 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | 30 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 204 g | 167 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.59 mm | 7.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14/15 (HyperOS) | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | F5 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $790 |
Poco F5 Pro
The Poco F5 Pro elevated Poco’s flagship series with an ultra-dense WQHD+ (1440p) 120Hz AMOLED screen, debut 30W wireless charging, 8K video capture, and the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 64MP
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a premium compact smartphone suited for buyers who want top-tier performance without the bulk. Priced at $789.99, it pairs a powerful 2nm processor and exceptional seven-year update support with a bright 6.3-inch LTPO display, though its 25W charging speeds lag behind the competition.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,300mAh