Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,817,788).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2817788
- Lighter: 190g vs 197g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $999
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15R scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 12.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Vivo iQOO 15R was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (74/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15R edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.