Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo T5x
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $1299 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 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 953,150); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo T5x
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $1299
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo T5x, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo T5x — 62/100; 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 T5x (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| 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 | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $225 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5x
- 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 T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- 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 T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo T5x by 263.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1074. Vivo T5x was $1074 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (88/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo T5x?
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 T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.