Galaxy S26 vs vivo X80 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.
Galaxy S26
vivo X80 Pro
Galaxy S26 wins 3 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie9090
- CameraTie9191
- VideoNot enough data
- Selfievivo X80 Pro6088
- Batteryvivo X80 Pro7080
- DisplayGalaxy S269088
- ConnectivityGalaxy S2610070
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueGalaxy S266855
- vivo X80 Pro has the bigger battery4,700 mAh vs 4,300 mAh
- vivo X80 Pro charges faster80W vs 25W
- vivo X80 Pro has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.3"
- Galaxy S26 is lighter167 g vs 219 g
- Galaxy S26 launched cheaper$899 vs $1,099
- vivo X80 Pro has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
- Galaxy S26 has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
- Galaxy S26 has the faster chipExynos 2600 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Galaxy S26 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6E
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S26 wins — BeastScore 84.0/100
The Galaxy S26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (167 g vs 219 g) and lower launch price ($899 vs $1,099). The vivo X80 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,700 mAh vs 4,300 mAh).
Brighter screen: 2,600 nits vs 1,800 nits · Lighter: 167 g vs 219 g (52 g less)
Larger battery: 4,700 mAh vs 4,300 mAh · Faster wired charging: 80W vs 25W
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S26 or vivo X80 Pro?
The Galaxy S26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (167 g vs 219 g) and lower launch price ($899 vs $1,099). The vivo X80 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,700 mAh vs 4,300 mAh). BeastScore: Galaxy S26 84.0/100, vivo X80 Pro 84.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S26 and vivo X80 Pro?
Galaxy S26 has a 6.3-inch display and 4300 mAh battery. vivo X80 Pro has a 6.78-inch display and 4700 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S26 and vivo X80 Pro compare for speed?
Galaxy S26 scores 90/100 for performance; vivo X80 Pro scores 90/100.
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