Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 79/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 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 2,974,201); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2974201
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9119
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 5 points higher (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- 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 S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 16.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $814. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Vivo S50 Pro mini by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.