Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $1299 and $499. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 3,515,964).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9553
- Lighter: 214g vs 216g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 3515964
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 20/100)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 216 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $499 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by 7.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $800. Vivo iQOO 15T is cheaper by $800.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.