Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo T4
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T4 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $1299 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 58/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T4 has the bigger battery (7300 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 1,041,899); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T4 doesn't; the Vivo T4 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo T4
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3390
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo T4 better?
- Bigger battery: 7300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Lighter: 199g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo T4, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 26 points higher (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo T4 — 54/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T4 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo T4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1041899 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7300 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.4×76.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T4
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- 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 T4
- 7300 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo T4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo T4 by 232.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Vivo T4 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T4 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo T4 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo T4 is a better fit for active users.