Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $650. Both devices score the same overall rating of 84/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,150,555).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3150555
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9287
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 received the same MobileRank rating — 84/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 9.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Vivo iQOO 13 was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
Both devices scored 84/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (96/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.