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Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2025

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G

Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G
Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G
1 win
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Huawei nova 15 Pro 5GSamsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsSamsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
    84
    96
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • BatteryHuawei nova 15 Pro 5G
    60
    53
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    85
    85
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
  • Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G has the bigger screen6.84" vs 6.7"
  • Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G is lighter167 g vs 202 g
  • Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Kirin 9010S
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G
  • ✓Bigger 6,500 mAh battery (+1,600 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.84" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
  • ✓35 g lighter (167 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei nova 15 Pro 5GSamsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeAM-OLED displayColor Dynamic AMOLED 2X Screen (16M Colors)
Screen Size6.84"6.7"
Resolution & Density1320x2856 (460 ppi)~ 411 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorKirin 9010S Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemHarmonyOS 5.0 Android 15 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight202 g167 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,500 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothNot listedYes, v5.4, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedNot listedYes, USB-C v3.2
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,600 mAh more).

Buy Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,600 mAh more)

Buy Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G if you want

Lighter body: 167g (35g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G?

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,600 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G?

Huawei nova 15 Pro 5G has a 6.84-inch display and 6500 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

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