Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 70/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 3,092,340); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 229g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 3092340
- Lighter: 190g vs 229g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 34/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 16 points higher (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (72/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 167 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $889 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo X200 Ultra by 2.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $110. Vivo X200 Ultra was $110 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (93/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (72/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.