Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 73/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 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 2,817,788); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2817788
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10686
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 11 points higher (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- 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 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 22.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Vivo iQOO 15R was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO 15R — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.