Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo T5 Lite 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $1299 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5 Lite 5G has the bigger battery (7000 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 581,041).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo T5 Lite 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo T5 Lite 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 50/100; 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 Lite 5G (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo T5 Lite 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- 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 T5 Lite 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo T5 Lite 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 496.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1084. Vivo T5 Lite 5G was $1084 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.