Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,817,788); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2817788
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $799
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (74/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (89/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 0.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 15R was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (74/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (89/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.