Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo X Note
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo X Note (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 67/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Note has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,290,942); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 216g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo X Note
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1290942
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4453
- Lighter: 190g vs 216g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (55/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo X Note, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 3 points higher (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Note leads (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note leads (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo X Note (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo X Note are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo X Note (72/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo X Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 168.8×80.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Note
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Note
- 7.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Note
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo X Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo X Note by 144.9% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo X Note
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo X Note (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo X Note are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (55/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo X Note (72/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Vivo X Note by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X Note — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X Note?
The Vivo X Note leads on camera score (55/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Note is a better fit for active users.