Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo T4
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo T4 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 58/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T4 has the bigger battery (7300 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,041,899); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T4 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo T4
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3390
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo T4 better?
- Bigger battery: 7300 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $799
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo T4, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 16 points higher (74/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 leads (71/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo T4 — 54/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T4 (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo T4 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T4 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo T4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1041899 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.4×76.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T4
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo T4
- 7300 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo T4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo T4 by 171.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo T4 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T4 (89/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo T4 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T4 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Vivo T4 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo T4 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo T4 is a better fit for active users.