Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo T5 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo; launch prices were $1299 and $235. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5 5G has the bigger battery (7050 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 1,106,227); the Vivo T5 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo T5 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1106227
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3276
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo T5 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $235 vs $1299
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo T5 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). 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 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo T5 5G — 74/100; 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 T5 5G (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5 5G are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo T5 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1106227 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $235 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 5G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 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 T5 5G
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo T5 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo T5 5G by 213.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1064. Vivo T5 5G was $1064 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (86/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5 5G are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo T5 5G — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo T5 5G is a better fit for active users.