Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo X80 Lite
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo X80 Lite (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 52/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X80 Lite has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 671,241); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo X80 Lite
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2423
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 186g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo X80 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo X80 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 22 points higher (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X80 Lite is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (89/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo X80 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 671241 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1003 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2423 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2404 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.2×74.2×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X80 Lite
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X80 Lite
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X80 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo X80 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo X80 Lite by 321.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (89/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (77/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X80 Lite is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite (89/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X80 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 Lite by 22 points (74/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo X80 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X80 Lite — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X80 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X80 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo X80 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.