Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y19s
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y19s (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 36/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y19s has the bigger battery (6000 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 Y19s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y19s
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
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y19s better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $799
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y19s, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 38 points higher (74/100 vs 36/100). 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 Y19s leads (51/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo Y19s — 56/100; 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 Y19s (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y19s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (89/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y19s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 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 / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.3×77.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y19s
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y19s
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y19s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y19s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y19s by 435.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $689. Vivo Y19s was $689 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y19s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s (89/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y19s by 38 points (74/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y19s — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y19s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.