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 8400; launch prices were $1299 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo has the bigger battery (7620 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 2,052,566).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2052566
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6100
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo better?
- Bigger battery: 7620 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (71/100 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 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 80/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (96/100 vs 76/100). 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2052566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7620 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 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 | 4400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- Main: 50MP
- 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
- 7620 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 68.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1049. Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo was $1049 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (96/100 vs 76/100).
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 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
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 19 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 — 65/100.
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 32/100).
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 76/100).
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 active users, budget-conscious buyers.