Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $799 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 51/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 2,612,264); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 228g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 2612264
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6403
- Lighter: 162g vs 228g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 15/100)
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $290 vs $799
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 3 points higher (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (97/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (90/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 2612264 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 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 | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $799 | $290 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 9.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $509. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $509.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (64/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (97/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (90/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z11 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.