Poco F9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Compare Poco F9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 /…
Poco
F9 Pro
$699
9categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26
$790
9categories won
4 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco F9 Pro takes the overall win
The Poco F9 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the F9 Pro takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the F9 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
F9 Pro wins on endurance with 6,330 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
F9 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 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.
F9 Pro vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.59" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1156 x 2510Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 419 ppi | 409 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 185 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 2600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000 | 3,064,672Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 8900 | 10824Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 200 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.5x | 3xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,330 mAhWinner | 4,300 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 206 g | 167 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 7.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass-fiber reinforced plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | F9 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | F9 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 | $699Winner | $790 |
Poco F9 Pro
The Poco F9 Pro is a high-performance $699 smartphone aimed at gamers and power users. It pairs Qualcomm's cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series chipset with an enormous 6330 mAh silicon-carbon battery. While its plastic back and 8MP ultrawide camera show cost-cutting, its 185Hz AMOLED display makes it a formidable mid-range flagship.
- Display
- 6.59"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB)
- Main camera
- 200MP
- Battery
- 6,330mAh
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