Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $1299 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 2,612,264).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 2612264
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6403
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 228g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 15/100)
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $290 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (90/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 2612264 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9020 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 | 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 | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $290 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 34.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1009. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $1009.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (84/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (86/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (32/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (90/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.