Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Infinix Smart 9 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Infinix Smart 9
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance
54.4
96.5 ★
Camera
50.0
100.0 ★
Battery
86.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
56.8
96.5 ★
Overall
60.7
96.2 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
96.2/100
Best Value
Infinix Smart 9
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
💰 Value
🏆 Infinix Smart 9
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.90"
Display Type
IPS LCD, 120Hz, 500 nits (peak)
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
720x1600
1440x3120
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81
Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
GPU
Mali-G52 MC2
Adreno 840
RAM
6 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), 1/3.07", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens
Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", multi-directional PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 50 MP, f/3.4, 111mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.52", PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom + 50 MP, f/1.9, (ultrawide), 1/2.5", du
Selfie Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.96", 1.12µm
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
Yes
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
10W wired Reverse wired
60W wired, PD3.0, 75% in 30 min, 25W wireless (Qi2.2), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✗ No
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
Yes
6.0 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✗ No
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
165.7 x 77.1 x 8.4 mm (6.52 x 3.04 x 0.33 in)
163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight
188g
214g
Build Material
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Corning Gorilla Armor 2, DX anti-reflective coating
Colors
Metallic Black, Neo Titanium, Mint Green, Sandstone Gold
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14
Android 16, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 8.5 16
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 96.2/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Infinix Smart 9 puts up a strong fight with a score of 60.7/100. However, Infinix Smart 9 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Infinix Smart 9
Pros
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Slow 10W charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Infinix Smart 9 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 96.2/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Infinix Smart 9 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 50.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Infinix Smart 9 offers better value at PKR 26,999 with a value score of 4.0.
What is the price difference between Infinix Smart 9 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Infinix Smart 9 costs PKR 26,999 while Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra costs PKR 449,999. The price difference is PKR 423,000.
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