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Galaxy S26 vs vivo V29 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Galaxy S26 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26
84/ 100
Launch price$899
Vivo · 2023

vivo V29 Pro

vivo V29 Pro
84/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Galaxy S26 wins 4 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy S26
Galaxy S26
4 wins
vivo V29 Pro
vivo V29 Pro
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
Galaxy S26vivo V29 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedGalaxy S26
    90
    86
  • CameraGalaxy S26
    91
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryvivo V29 Pro
    70
    80
  • DisplayGalaxy S26
    90
    89
  • ConnectivityGalaxy S26
    100
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • Valuevivo V29 Pro
    68
    85
Key differences
  • vivo V29 Pro has the bigger battery4,600 mAh vs 4,300 mAh
  • vivo V29 Pro charges faster80W vs 25W
  • vivo V29 Pro has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.3"
  • Galaxy S26 is lighter167 g vs 188 g
  • Galaxy S26 has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
  • Galaxy S26 has the faster chipExynos 2600 vs Dimensity 8200
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S26
  • ✓21 g lighter (167 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9100 cheaper at launch ($899 vs $9999)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy vivo V29 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 4,600 mAh battery (+300 mAh)
  • ✓6.78" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy S26vivo V29 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S26 Wins Display
Screen typeDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"6.78"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (409 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (453 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorExynos 2600 (2nm)Dimensity 8200
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsXclipse 960 'Juno' (RDNA 4)Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OISundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.2undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mmN/A
Weight167 g188 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo V29 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,300 mAh4,600 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth6.0v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$899Price on request
Our verdict

Galaxy S26 wins — BeastScore 84.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Galaxy S26 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 83.6 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.

Buy Galaxy S26 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 83.6 · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP

Buy vivo V29 Pro if you want

Larger battery capacity: 4,600 mAh (+300 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 25W

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy S26 or vivo V29 Pro?

Galaxy S26 leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.0/100 compared to vivo V29 Pro (83.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 83.6 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S26 and vivo V29 Pro?

Galaxy S26 has a 6.3-inch display and 4300 mAh battery. vivo V29 Pro has a 6.78-inch display and 4600 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy S26 and vivo V29 Pro compare for speed?

Galaxy S26 scores 90/100 for performance; vivo V29 Pro scores 86/100.

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