Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo Y02s
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y02s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 30/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y02s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y02s doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo Y02s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 828
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Vivo Y02s better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 182g vs 190g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo Y02s, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 40 points higher (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y02s leads (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y02s is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo Y02s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.0×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y02s
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y02s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y02s
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo Y02s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo Y02s by 1487.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y02s
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (89/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y02s is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y02s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y02s by 40 points (70/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y02s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo Y02s — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y02s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y02s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo Y02s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.