Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y15s 2021
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y15s 2021 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 26/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y15s 2021 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y15s 2021 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y15s 2021
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 828
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 179g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo Y15s 2021 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y15s 2021, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 48 points higher (74/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y15s 2021 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y15s 2021 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y15s 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 10W | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 (Go edition), Funtouch 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.0×75.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y15s 2021
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y15s 2021
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y15s 2021
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y15s 2021, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y15s 2021 by 1320.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y15s 2021
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (89/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y15s 2021 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 (89/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y15s 2021?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y15s 2021 by 48 points (74/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y15s 2021?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y15s 2021 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y15s 2021?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y15s 2021?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y15s 2021?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.