Galaxy S26 vs HMD Vibe2 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?
Galaxy S26 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S26
HMD Vibe2 Pro
Galaxy S26 wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsGalaxy S269357
- Camerafrom specsTie8383
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsHMD Vibe2 Pro3880
- Displayfrom specsGalaxy S269266
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- HMD Vibe2 Pro has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh
- HMD Vibe2 Pro charges faster33W vs 25W
- HMD Vibe2 Pro has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
- HMD Vibe2 Pro has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.3"
- Galaxy S26 is lighter167 g vs 197 g
- HMD Vibe2 Pro has a sharper selfie camera13 MP vs 12 MP
- Galaxy S26 has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- Galaxy S26 has the faster chipExynos 2600 vs MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S26 wins — BeastScore 84.0/100
The Galaxy S26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (167 g vs 197 g) and more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). The HMD Vibe2 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 64 MP vs 50 MP
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S26 or HMD Vibe2 Pro?
The Galaxy S26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (167 g vs 197 g) and more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). The HMD Vibe2 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh). BeastScore: Galaxy S26 84.0/100, HMD Vibe2 Pro 84.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S26 and HMD Vibe2 Pro?
Galaxy S26 has a 6.3-inch display and 4300 mAh battery. HMD Vibe2 Pro has a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
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