Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $999 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 53/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 983,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo iQOO Z11x
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 983562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $999
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 17 points higher (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 74/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 983562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo iQOO Z11x by 221.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $829. Vivo iQOO Z11x was $829 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.