Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 74/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,974,201 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2833
- Lighter: 162g vs 191g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2974201 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 5 points higher (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (89/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 4.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $314. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $314 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (89/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.