Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo Y30
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y30 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 25/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 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 Y30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo Y30
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 828
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 197g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y30 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo Y30, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 45 points higher (70/100 vs 25/100). 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 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y30 (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y30 (72/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo Y30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720x1560 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 10, Funtouch 10.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 162.0×76.5×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y30
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo Y30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo Y30 by 1487.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y30 (40/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y30 (72/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 by 45 points (70/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo Y30 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.