Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo Y31d

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y31d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 41/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y31d has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 522,680); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y31d doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d by 29 points (70/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Vivo Y31d
Performance 36
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 60
Portability 43
Value for money 48
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 522680
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 489
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1532
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 219g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y31d better?
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo Y31d, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 29 points higher (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100, Vivo Y31d — 48/100; 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 Y31d (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31d is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y31d (72/100 vs 43/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo Y31d: The Vivo Y31d is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Vivo Y31d
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2
AnTuTu 3161830 522680
Geekbench Single 2900 489
Geekbench Multi 9200 1532
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 720x1570
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 8 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1250 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 219 g
Launch price $999 $185
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Vivo Y31d
  • Main: 50MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Vivo Y31d
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Vivo Y31d
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo Y31d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Vivo Y31d Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2
41/100 -504.9%
522680 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo Y31d by 504.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Vivo Y31d
$185

Launch price difference: $814. Vivo Y31d was $814 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (91/100 vs 36/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (89/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31d is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y31d (72/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y31d?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d by 29 points (70/100 vs 41/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y31d?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo Y31d — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y31d?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y31d?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 36/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo Y31d?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y31d is a better fit for everyday use.