Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo T5 Lite 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $799 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5 Lite 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 581,041).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo T5 Lite 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $799
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo T5 Lite 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G leads (66/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 50/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo T5 Lite 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo T5 Lite 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 386.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $584. Vivo T5 Lite 5G was $584 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (89/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.