Lava Virat Curve 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Lava Virat Curve 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 52/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Virat Curve 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Virat Curve 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Lava Virat Curve 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Virat Curve 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 32 points higher (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Virat Curve 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Virat Curve 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Lava Virat Curve 5G by 77.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (86/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G by 32 points (84/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Virat Curve 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Lava Virat Curve 5G has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Lava Virat Curve 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.