Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y30
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y30 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 25/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y30 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 Y30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y30
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 197g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y30 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 Y30, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 49 points higher (74/100 vs 25/100). 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 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y30 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y30 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720x1560 | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 10, Funtouch 10.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 162.0×76.5×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y30
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y30 by 1320.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (81/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (77/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y30 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y30 by 49 points (74/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y30 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y30?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.