Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y11
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1299 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y11 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y11 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo Y11
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y11 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 209g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $1299
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y11, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo Y11 — 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 Y11 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y11 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo Y11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 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 / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y11
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y11
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- 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 Y11
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo Y11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo Y11 by 555.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1150. Vivo Y11 was $1150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (86/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y11 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y11 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y11?
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 Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.