Galaxy S26+
POCO X7 Pro
🏆 Verdict
Galaxy S26+ is the better pick overall by 10.7 points, leading in Updates, Performance and Camera. POCO X7 Pro remains a strong contender elsewhere.
POCO X7 Pro offers more for the money ($399 vs $999 at launch).
By category
Performance
Galaxy S26+ is faster with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (performance index 100 vs 74). You notice it in heavy games and video editing, less in daily use.
Camera
Only Galaxy S26+ has an optical 3× telephoto; the other relies on digital zoom. POCO X7 Pro has the higher-resolution selfie camera (20 MP vs 12 MP).
Battery
POCO X7 Pro's battery is 1,100 mAh larger (6,000 vs 4,900 mAh), about 22% more. Real battery life also depends on chip and display efficiency.
Charging
POCO X7 Pro charges faster over cable (90W vs 45W). Only Galaxy S26+ supports wireless charging.
Display
Galaxy S26+ has the larger screen (6.7" vs 6.67"). POCO X7 Pro's screen gets brighter (3,200 vs 2,600 nits), which shows outdoors. Galaxy S26+'s screen is sharper (513 vs 446 ppi).
Build & durability
Both are similar in durability and weight.
Updates
Galaxy S26+ should get OS updates for longer (7 vs 3 years, per the maker's policy at launch).
Specifications
| Galaxy S26+ | POCO X7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra |
| 12 GB | RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| 256 GB / 512 GB | Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Display | 6.67" AMOLED |
| 120 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| 3120×1440 (513 ppi) | Resolution | 2712×1220 (446 ppi) |
| 2,600 nits | Peak brightness | 3,200 nits |
| 50 MP | Main camera | 50 MP |
| 12 MP | Ultrawide | 8 MP |
| 10 MP · 3× | Telephoto | None |
| 12 MP | Front camera | 20 MP |
| 4,900 mAh | Battery | 6,000 mAh |
| 45 W | Wired charging | 90 W |
| 15 W | Wireless charging | None |
| IP68 | Water & dust rating | IP68 |
| aluminium | Frame | plastic |
| 190 g | Weight | 195 g |
| 7 years | OS updates (estimated) | 3 years |
| $999 | Launch price | EUR 369 (≈ $399) |
| 2026-02 | Released | 2025-01 |
Official source: Galaxy S26+ · Official source: POCO X7 Pro
⚠ Data pending confirmation: Galaxy S26+
Galaxy S26+
Pros
- Faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5)
- 3× optical zoom
- 15W wireless charging
- 7 years of updates
Cons
- Smaller battery
- Slower charging (45W)
- Dimmer screen
- Pricier ($999)
POCO X7 Pro
Pros
- 6,000 mAh battery
- 90W charging
- 3,200 nits peak
- Lower price ($399)
Cons
- Slower chip
- No optical telephoto
- No wireless charging
- Plastic frame
How is the score calculated?
Each phone gets 0–100 points in seven categories (performance, camera, battery, charging, display, build, updates), computed only from its published specs, then combined with fixed, published weights. A gap under 2.5 points counts as a tie. The performance index is an estimate based on benchmark results published at launch.
Figures come from the manufacturers’ official pages. Some specs vary by market. We do not sell devices or earn commissions.