Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y31d
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y31d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; estimated prices are $1299 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y31d 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 (3,515,964 vs 522,680); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y31d doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo Y31d
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 522680
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 489
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1532
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 219g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $185 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y31d, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y31d leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31d is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y31d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo Y31d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 522680 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 489 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1532 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $185 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y31d
- Main: 50MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y31d
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo Y31d
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo Y31d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo Y31d by 572.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1114. Vivo Y31d is cheaper by $1114.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31d is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y31d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y31d?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31d by 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y31d?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y31d — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y31d?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y31d?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y31d?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y31d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.