Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo T5e
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5e (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $1299 and $136. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 31/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5e has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5e doesn't; the Vivo T5e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo T5e
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1750
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $136 vs $1299
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo T5e, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 53 points higher (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100, Vivo T5e — 40/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo T5e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 570 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 167.3×77.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $136 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5e
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5e
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo T5e
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $1163. Vivo T5e was $1163 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (88/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (86/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5e?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e by 53 points (84/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5e?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo T5e — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5e?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5e?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo T5e?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo T5e is a better fit for everyday use.