Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y6
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $1299 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y6 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 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo Y6
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2115
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1299
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y6, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo Y6 — 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 Y6 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y6 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 Y6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2115 | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| 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 | yes | |
| 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 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y6
- Main: 50MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- 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 Y6
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo Y6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo Y6 by 509.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1099. Vivo Y6 was $1099 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y6 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 Y6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y6 by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y6 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y6?
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 Y6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.