Huawei Mate 50 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei Mate 50 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Huawei · 2022

Huawei Mate 50 Pro

Huawei Mate 50 Pro
82/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Huawei Mate 50 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei Mate 50 Pro
Huawei Mate 50 Pro
3 wins
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Huawei Mate 50 ProSamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedHuawei Mate 50 Pro
    80
    79
  • CameraHuawei Mate 50 Pro
    91
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    80
    80
  • DisplayHuawei Mate 50 Pro
    90
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueSamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
    55
    85
Key differences
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has the bigger battery4,900 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
  • Huawei Mate 50 Pro has the bigger screen6.74" vs 6.7"
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has the faster chipExynos 2500 vs Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei Mate 50 Pro
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.74" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
  • ✓Bigger 4,900 mAh battery (+200 mAh)
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei Mate 50 ProSamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Huawei Mate 50 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.74"6.7"
Resolution & Density2616x1212 (428 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness2,700 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Huawei Mate 50 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)Exynos 2500
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 730Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei Mate 50 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.4, OIS, Sony IMX766undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/3.5, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP, f/2.4undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5 mmN/A
Weight205 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6ENot listed
Bluetooth5.2Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1,099Price on request
Our verdict

Huawei Mate 50 Pro wins — BeastScore 82.2/100

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.74" vs 6.7"). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,900 mAh vs 4,700 mAh).

Buy Huawei Mate 50 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G if you want

Larger battery: 4,900 mAh vs 4,700 mAh

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei Mate 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G?

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.74" vs 6.7"). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,900 mAh vs 4,700 mAh). BeastScore: Huawei Mate 50 Pro 82.2/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G 81.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei Mate 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G?

Huawei Mate 50 Pro has a 6.74-inch display and 4700 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do Huawei Mate 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G compare for speed?

Huawei Mate 50 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G scores 79/100.

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