Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 31/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 194g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Lighter: 162g vs 194g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 23 points higher (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (64/100 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 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 23 points (54/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.