Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy S26+ with a 6.7-inch display and 256 GB in the compared configuration.
Product and sourcesBettr Score · Balanced
55.4/100
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Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs iPhone 17e
The short answer · Balanced overview
iPhone 17e leads the Balanced Bettr Score 61.6–55.4. The existing category models use the available evidence automatically; open the score details for sources and coverage.
iPhone 17e
Begin with the essentials of the exact iPhone record. Screen size, carrying weight, and storage give you a useful baseline for comparing your next step. The compared configuration lists a 6.1-inch display and 256 GB of storage.
Product and sourcesBettr Score · Balanced
61.6/100
Side-by-side specifications
Prices are sourced reference prices, including launch MSRP, rather than live store offers. Storage and regional configurations may differ; open each product’s source record for configuration and measurement notes.
| Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Specification | iPhone 17e |
|---|---|---|
$1099.99 | Reference price (USD) | $699.00 ✓ Winner |
6.7 oz | Weight | 5.96 oz ✓ Winner |
120 Hz | Maximum refresh rateNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
256 GB | Storage in compared configurationTie | 256 GB |
Yes | Wireless chargingTie | Yes |
6.7 in | Display diagonalPersonal preference | 6.1 in |
12 GB | RAMNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
4900 mAh | Typical battery capacityNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
45 W | Maximum wired charging powerNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
20 W | Maximum wireless charging powerPersonal preference | 15 W |
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy / Exynos 2600 (market dependent) | ChipsetPersonal preference | Apple A19 |
Android | Operating system familyPersonal preference | iOS |
IP68 | Ingress protection ratingTie | IP68 |
50 MP | Main camera resolutionPersonal preference | 48 MP |
3 × | Dedicated telephoto lensNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
7 years | Security support from launchNot enough data | Not stated / not verified |
What matters to you?
Samsung Galaxy S26+
55.4 / 100
iPhone 17e
61.6 / 100
80% of the balanced scoring weight is supported by shared sources. 4 shared fields.
Evidence-based guidance · Balanced model
iPhone 17e leads the balanced Bettr Score
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$899.99
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$529.99
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