Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y11
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y11 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y11 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y11
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 209g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y11 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $799
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y11, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y11 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo Y11 — 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 Y11 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y11 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 1980 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 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, OriginOS 6 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y11
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y11
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y11
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y11 by 435.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Vivo Y11 was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y11 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y11 by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y11 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y11?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.