Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo X90 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 72/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X90 Pro has the bigger battery (4870 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,781,240); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 136); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo X90 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1781240
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1745
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4351
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 214g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4870 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 2 points higher (74/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (89/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo X90 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1781240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1745 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 4351 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4870 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X90 Pro
- Main: 3MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X90 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X90 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo X90 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo X90 Pro by 58.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (89/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (89/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Vivo X90 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.