Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2577
- Lighter: 162g vs 188g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 191.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (89/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.