Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 52/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 783,606); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 180g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2943
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 180g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 22 points higher (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro leads (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (89/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2404 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.7×73.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro
- Main: 64MP 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 Z6 Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro by 260.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (47/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro (89/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro by 22 points (74/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.