Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $1299 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 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 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Lighter: 213g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Y500 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100). 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 Y500 (China) (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- 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 Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 293.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1114. Vivo Y500 (China) was $1114 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).
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 Y500 (China) (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.