Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 29/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y77 (China) doesn't; the Vivo Y77 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance 84
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 51
Design 32
Value for money 20
Vivo Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
  • Lighter: 194g vs 214g

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 46 points higher (75/100 vs 29/100). 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 "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (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 Y77 (China) (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (57/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 3515964
Geekbench Single 3601
Geekbench Multi 10686
Display 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 60W 80W
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 / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 214 g 194 g
Price $1299
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1299
Vivo Y77 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (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 Y77 (China) (86/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (57/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

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 Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.