Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y05
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $799 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 26/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 300,000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 209g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y05
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 300000
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1750
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 209g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper: $90 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y05, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (54/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (97/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 300000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $799 | $90 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y05, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y05 by 852.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $709. Vivo Y05 is cheaper by $709.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (97/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y05?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 28 points (54/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y05?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo Y05 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y05?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y05?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y05?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.