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; estimated prices are $1299 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-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 (3,515,964 vs 3,068,952); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 3068952
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2903
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9602
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $485 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (76/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 3068952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9602 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $1299 | $485 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
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
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
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 14.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $814. Vivo S50 Pro mini is cheaper by $814.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (73/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (76/100 vs 20/100).
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 4 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 75/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 71/100.
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 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
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. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.