Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y31s 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y31s 5G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 47/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y31s 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 568,395); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y31s 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y31s 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2115
- Lighter: 162g vs 207g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo Y31s 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y31s 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (74/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo Y31s 5G — 54/100; 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 Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y31s 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 164.2×75.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y31s 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y31s 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y31s 5G by 397.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Vivo Y31s 5G was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (89/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G by 27 points (74/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y31s 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.