Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 227g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (85/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (85/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.