Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $1299 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ has the bigger battery (8000 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 2,786,169).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2786169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 8430
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ leads (73/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ — 86/100; 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 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2786169 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $280 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 Z10 Turbo+
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1019. Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ was $1019 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.