Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 53/100 vs 31/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.6mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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 Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 190g vs 194g

  • Higher performance (56/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), 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 Z6 (China) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (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+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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 Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 2310000
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 194 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
43
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (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+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 22 points (53/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.