Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo Y31s 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y31s 5G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 47/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y31s 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 568,395); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y31s 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo Y31s 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2115
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo Y31s 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo Y31s 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 23 points higher (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Vivo Y31s 5G — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y31s 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo Y31s 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6500 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.2×75.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y31s 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo Y31s 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo Y31s 5G by 456.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Vivo Y31s 5G was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y31s 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G by 23 points (70/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo Y31s 5G — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.