Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $799 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 55/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2813
- Lighter: 162g vs 213g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $799
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 19 points higher (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (74/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 221.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $614. Vivo Y500 (China) was $614 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (74/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.