{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-s26-fe-vs-tecno-phantom-v-fold-2/",
    "generated": "2026-08-11T01:17:02+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Tecno Phantom V Fold 2",
    "answer": "The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 91 against 87 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance and value for money. The Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 224,999 against PKR 369,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s26-fe/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-25-2026-10_10_20-AM.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 224999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-04-25T05:12:54+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 92.7,
                "camera": 97,
                "battery": 70.8,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 90.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Upcoming",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 (expected)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.6 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 x 2340 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Gorilla Glass (likely Victus series)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Exynos 2400 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (region dependent)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Xclipse / Adreno (variant-based)",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 ( One UI 7 )"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB / 512GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP (wide, OIS) 8–12 MP (3x optical zoom) 12 MP LED flash, HDR, panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "10 MP / 12 MP",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30/60fps, 1080p slow motion"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-ion Si-Ca 5100 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "45W"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6 / 6E",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Under-display (optical) Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Tecno Phantom V Fold 2",
            "slug": "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-phantom-v-fold-2/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-10-2026-11_08_43-AM-1024x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 369999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-10T06:27:39+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 84,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 84.6,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 61.2,
                "overall": 87.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 13, 2024",
                    "Dimensions": "159 × 72.16 × 11.78–11.98 mm (Folded); 159 × 140.35 × 5.5–6.08 mm (Unfolded)",
                    "Weight": "249 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54 (Dust and Splash Resistant)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "7.85 inches (Main Display), 6.42 inches (Cover Display)",
                    "Resolution": "2296 × 2000 pixels (Main Display), 2550 × 1080 pixels (Cover Display)",
                    "Panel type": "Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 1B Colors",
                    "Protection": "Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) on main display, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus on cover display"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core, up to 3.2GHz",
                    "GPU": "Arm Mali-G710 MC10",
                    "Operating system": "Android 14"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB (up to 12GB Extended RAM,)",
                    "Internal storage": "512GB Internal Storage UFS Storage",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Triple 50MP + 50MP + 50MP Main Camera: 50MP, f/1.9, OIS, PDAF Telephoto Camera: 50MP, 2× optical zoom, PDAF Ultra-Wide Camera: 50MP, 115° FOV, PDAF Dual-LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, OIS, PDAF",
                    "Selfie camera": "Dual 32MP + 32MP HDR, Dual-LED Flash",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5750 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "70W Wired Fast Charging, 15W Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby (Dual SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6E",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display optical), Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Ambient Light Sensor, Hall Sensor, Flicker Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe",
        "margin": 3.4,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 92.7,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 84
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 97,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 98
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 70.8,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 84.6
                },
                "leader": "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 100,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 87.5,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 87.5
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe": 100,
                    "tecno-phantom-v-fold-2": 61.2
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s26-fe"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE costs PKR 145,000 less.",
        "Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 packs a 650 mAh larger battery.",
        "Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 charges 25W faster."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Tecno Phantom V Fold 2?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.4 points. It wins on performance and value for money. Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is listed at PKR 224,999 and Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 at PKR 369,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE cheaper by PKR 145,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Tecno Phantom V Fold 2?",
            "answer": "Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 leads on battery. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE carries a 5100 mAh cell and Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 a 5750 mAh cell, with 45W and 70W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Tecno Phantom V Fold 2?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs the Exynos 2400 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (region dependent) while Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 runs the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ (4nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}