Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo T5x
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $999 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 53/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 956,756); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo T5x
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 956756
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo T5x, 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). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Vivo T5x — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (72/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7200 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| 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 | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $225 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo T5x by 230.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $774. Vivo T5x was $774 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (89/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (72/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Vivo T5x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo T5x is a better fit for everyday use.