Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo V70 Lite
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo V70 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $799 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 57/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo V70 Lite has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 953,150); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo V70 Lite
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3185
- Lighter: 162g vs 186g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Vivo V70 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $799
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo V70 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (74/100 vs 57/100). 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 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo V70 Lite leads (68/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo V70 Lite — 52/100; 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 V70 Lite (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo V70 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (89/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo V70 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.8×76.3×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo V70 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo V70 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo V70 Lite by 196.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo V70 Lite was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (89/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo V70 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (89/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Vivo V70 Lite — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo V70 Lite — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.