Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 70/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,974,201).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2974201
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 9119
- Lighter: 190g vs 191g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $999
- Better camera (64/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 9 points higher (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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+ and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 6.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $514. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (64/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.