Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo V70 Lite
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo V70 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $1299 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 57/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo V70 Lite has the bigger battery (6500 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 Vivo V70 Lite is noticeably lighter (186g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo V70 Lite
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3185
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V70 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Lighter: 186g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo V70 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 27 points higher (84/100 vs 57/100). 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 35/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo V70 Lite — 52/100; 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 V70 Lite (96/100 vs 57/100). 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 V70 Lite (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo V70 Lite is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (71/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo V70 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.8×76.3×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo V70 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- 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 V70 Lite
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo V70 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo V70 Lite by 263.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Vivo V70 Lite was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (96/100 vs 57/100).
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 V70 Lite (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo V70 Lite is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (71/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite by 27 points (84/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo V70 Lite — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.