Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G vs vivo V80: Which One Should You Buy?
vivo V80 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
vivo V80
vivo V80 wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- Speedvivo V807980
- Cameravivo V808086
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- Batteryvivo V808094
- DisplaySamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G8986
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueSamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G8580
- vivo V80 has the bigger battery7,200 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
- vivo V80 has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.59"
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has the faster chipExynos 2500 vs Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄vivo V80 wins — BeastScore 82.0/100
The vivo V80 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,200 mAh vs 4,900 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.59").
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 7,200 mAh vs 4,900 mAh · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G or vivo V80?
The vivo V80 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,200 mAh vs 4,900 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.59"). BeastScore: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G 81.5/100, vivo V80 82.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G and vivo V80?
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery. vivo V80 has a 6.59-inch display and 7200 mAh battery.
How do Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G and vivo V80 compare for speed?
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G scores 79/100 for performance; vivo V80 scores 80/100.
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