Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 51/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 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 954,090); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3281
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 203g vs 214g
- Overall rating 51/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 33 points higher (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| 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 | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 263.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 33 points (84/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
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 Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.