Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; estimated prices are $799 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 37/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,214,772); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1214772
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3185
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 8/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $170 vs $799
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (64/100 vs 8/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 1214772 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $799 | $170 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo iQOO Z11x by 135.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $629. Vivo iQOO Z11x is cheaper by $629.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (64/100 vs 8/100).
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 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (97/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 8/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.