Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 53/100 vs 31/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.2mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 22 points (53/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 56
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 43
Design 62
Value for money 41
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (56/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 22 points higher (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 2310000
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2408
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 16 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 190 g 203 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
43
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (56/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 22 points (53/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (56/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.