Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 51.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (65/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (75/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.