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90 vs Galaxy S26

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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90
Honor · 2023

90

$599
83.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.9
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera95/100
Battery86/100
Galaxy S26
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26

$899
84.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
84.0
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy 90:
  • ✓$300 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $899)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26:
  • ✓16g lighter chassis (167g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification90Galaxy S26
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displayDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Screen Size6.7"6.3"
Resolution & DensityN/A 2340x1080 (409 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB12 GB
Internal StorageN/A256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera200 MP50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens50 MP12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight183 g167 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A25W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported15W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+6.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$599$899
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S26 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S26 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy 90:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more) · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP
When to buy Galaxy S26:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 83.9 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: 90 vs Galaxy S26

Which phone is better: 90 or Galaxy S26?

Galaxy S26 leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.0/100 compared to 90 (83.9/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 83.9 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between 90 and Galaxy S26?

90 is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26 features a 6.3-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between 90 and Galaxy S26?

In lab hardware evaluations, 90 scores 95/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26 scores 91/100.

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