Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 53/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2577
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), 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 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100). 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 225.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100).
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 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.