Poco X5 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Compare Poco X5 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600…
Poco
X5 Pro 5G
$299
6categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26
$790
13categories won
2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S26 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S26 proves superior overall against the Poco X5 Pro 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the X5 Pro 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S26 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the X5 Pro 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X5 Pro 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 67W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.
Galaxy S26 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
X5 Pro 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $299 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.
X5 Pro 5G vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 409 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 900 nits | 2600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Process node | 6 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 545,000 | 3,064,672Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 3020 | 10824Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 108 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,300 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 181 g | 167 gWinner |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm | 7.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP68 |
| Build | Plastic frame, plastic back, Gorilla Glass 5 front | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 12 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X5 Pro 5G | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $299Winner | $790 |
Poco X5 Pro 5G
A quintessential mid-range champion, the POCO X5 Pro 5G features the rock-solid Snapdragon 778G chipset, a flexible Flow AMOLED 120Hz display with razor bezels, a 108MP camera, and iconic POCO Yellow styling.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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