Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Vivo T5 Lite 5G
Compare Samsung Galaxy A55, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Vivo T5 Lite 5G side by side — see how they stack up on price, camera, battery, performance, display and full specifications, with the winner in each key spec highlighted below.
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🏆 The Verdict — Category Winners
Quick Specs
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Samsung Galaxy A55 |
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra |
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Vivo T5 Lite 5G |
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₹129,999
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₹199,999
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| Display | 6.6″ / 120Hz | 6.9″ / 120Hz | 8″ / 120Hz | 6.74″ / 120Hz |
| Max RAM | — | 16GB / 1024GB | 16GB / 1024GB | — |
| Main Camera | 50.0 MP | 200.0 MP | 200.0 MP | 50.0 MP |
| Selfie Camera | 32.0 MP | 12.0 MP | 10.0 MP | 5.0 MP |
| Pixel Density | — | 511 ppi | 422 ppi | 260 ppi |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh |
| Fast Charging | 25W | 60W | 45W | 44W |
| Charging Time (20-100%) | — | 58 min | 45 min | 38 min |
| Fabrication | — | 3 nm | 3 nm | 6 nm |
| AnTuTu Score | 655,890 | 2,450,000 | — | 571,015 |
| Battery Life (PCMark) | — | 16.2 hrs | — | — |
| Peak Brightness | — | 2600 nits | 3000 nits | 1200 nits |
| Spec Score | 73.6/100 | 96.4/100 | 93.4/100 | 59.9/100 |
| 5G | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| NFC | ✗ No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| 3.5mm Jack | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Stereo Speakers | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| IR Blaster | ✗ No | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Fingerprint | Under Display | Under Display | Side | Side |
| SIM | Dual Esim | Dual Esim | Dual Esim | Dual |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | C 3.2 | Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
✅ Highlighted cells show the better value for that spec (bigger battery, more MP, higher RAM, lower price, lower nm, higher AnTuTu, faster charging).
Expert Review
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Samsung Galaxy A55 73.6
Spec Score / 100
★ 3.7/5
Overall Rating
Design
4.1/5
Display
3.8/5
Camera
4.0/5
Performance
3.2/5
Battery
3.5/5
Software
4.0/5
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 96.4
Spec Score / 100
★ 4.8/5
Overall Rating
Design
4.6/5
Display
5.0/5
Camera
5.0/5
Performance
5.0/5
Battery
4.2/5
Software
5.0/5
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 93.4
Spec Score / 100
★ 4.7/5
Overall Rating
Design
4.9/5
Display
4.9/5
Camera
4.5/5
Performance
4.7/5
Battery
4.2/5
Software
4.8/5
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Vivo T5 Lite 5G 59.9
Spec Score / 100
★ 3.0/5
Overall Rating
Design
3.3/5
Display
2.3/5
Camera
2.1/5
Performance
2.7/5
Battery
4.6/5
Software
3.6/5
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Samsung Galaxy A55 |
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra ₹129,999
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra ₹199,999
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Vivo T5 Lite 5G |
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| Network | ||||
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 85HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO0/900/1900/2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - USA unlocked | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA unlocked | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| SIM 1 bands | 5G bands, 4G bands | 5G bands, 4G bands | - | - |
| SIM 2 bands | 5G bands, 4G bands | 5G bands, 4G bands | - | - |
| Launch | ||||
| Announced | 2024, March 11 | 2026, February 25 | 2026, July 22 | 2026, July 16 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, March 15 | Available. Released 2026, March 06 | Available. Released 2026, July 22 | Released 2026, July 22 |
| Body | ||||
| Design score | ||||
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in) | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm (6.44 x 3.07 x 0.31 in) | Unfolded: 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.1 mm Folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm | 167.4 x 77.1 x 8.4 mm (6.59 x 3.04 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 213 grams | 214 grams | 215 gm(7.58 oz) | 209 g |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass) | Glass front (Corning Gorilla Armor 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) | Nano-SIM + eSIM (dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| IP rating | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) MIL-STD-810H compliant* * does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions Drop resistant up to 1.2m |
| Other Details | aluminum frame | Armor aluminum 2 frame | Advanced Armor aluminum frame | RGB notifications light (on the back) |
| Display | ||||
| Display score | ||||
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ | IPS LCD, 120Hz |
| Size | 6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio) | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) | 8.0 inches, 204.4 cm2 | 6.74 inches, 109.7 cm2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) | 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio | 2256 x 2504 | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio |
| Aspect Ratio | - | - | - | ~85.0% screen-to-body ratio |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | - | 500 ppi density | ~422 ppi density | ~260 ppi density |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | - | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak Brightness | - | 2600 nits | 3000 nits | 1200 nits |
| HDR Support | - | - | Yes | - |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | - | - | ~90.1% screen-to-body ratio | - |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Corning Gorilla Armor 2, Mohs level 6 DX anti-reflective coating Privacy Display | Mohs level 1 Flex Titanium technology Cover display: Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels | - |
| Platform | ||||
| Performance score | ||||
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 | Android 17, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 9 | Android 16, Origin OS 6 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | Octa-core (2x4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Xclipse 530 | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Architecture | 64 bit | 64-bit, Octa-core | 64 bit | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm | 3 nm | 3 nm | 6 nm |
| Memory | ||||
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | No | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM 512GB 12GB RAM 512GB 16GB RAM 1TB 16GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X Ultra | LPDDR4X |
| Storage Type | - | UFS 4.X | UFS 4.x | - |
| Main Camera | ||||
| Camera score | ||||
| Main | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) | 200 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.9, 111mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.52", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.5", 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video | 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.5", 0.7µm, multi-directional PDAF | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.93", PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Flash | - | - | Yes, LED Flash | - |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | Laser AF, Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, OIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | ||||
| Camera score | ||||
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF | 10 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
| Autofocus | - | - | No | - |
| Flash | - | - | Yes, Screen flash | - |
| Features | - | HDR, HDR10+ | HDR | Panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | Yes |
| Sound | ||||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No | No | Yes |
| Hi-Res Audio | - | High-bitrate audio support | - | - |
| Other Details | - | - | High-bitrate audio support | - |
| Comms | ||||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot | - |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes | Yes | No |
| Infrared port | No | No | No | No |
| Radio | No | No | No | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| USB OTG | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Features | ||||
| Sensors | Fingerprint , accelerometer, gyro, compass,Virtual proximity sensing | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Fingerprint Sensor | under display, optical | - | side-mounted | - |
| Face Unlock | - | - | Yes | - |
| Other Details | - | Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | - | - |
| Battery | ||||
| Battery score | ||||
| Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Si/C Li-Ion | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh |
| Removable | No | No | No | No |
| Charging | 25W wired | 60W wired, PD3.0, 75% in 30 min 25W wireless (Qi2.2) | 45W wired, PD3.0, QC2.0, | 44W wired |
| Charging Time (20-100%) | 1h 17m | 60W wired, PD3.0, 75% in 30 min | 45 min | 50% in 38 min |
| Wireless Charging | No | 25W wireless (Qi2.2) | 20W (Qi2.2) | - |
| Reverse Charging | - | 4.5W reverse wireless | 4.5W reverse wireless | - |
| Charger in Box | - | - | No | - |
| Other Details | - | - | - | Reverse wired |
| Misc | ||||
| Colors | Iceblue, Lilac, Navy, Lemon | Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow | Twilight Shadow, Wave Blue |
| Models | SM-A556B | SM-S948B, SM-S948B/DS, SM-S948U | SM-F976B, SM-F976B/DS, SM-F976U, SM-F976U1 | V2557 |
| In the Box | - | - | . The packaging only contains the foldable device, a USB Type-C to Type-C charging cable, a SIM ejector tool, and a quick-start guide. | - |
| Warranty | - | - | 1-year manufacturer’s warranty | - |
| Price | - | Expected from 1,29,999 INR | - | - |
| SAR | - | 1.09 W/kg -head 1.19 W/kg -body | 1.10 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body) | 1.14 W/kg - head 1.12 W/kg - body |
| SAR EU | 0.68 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body) | 1.28 W/kg-head 1.35 W/kg -body | 0.82 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body) | - |
| Tests | ||||
| Performance | AnTuTu: 655890 | - | - | - |
| Display | 1010 nits max brightness | - | - | - |
| Loudspeaker | -25.7 LUFS | - | - | - |
| EU Label | ||||
| Energy | - | Class A | Class A | - |
| Battery | - | 55:00h endurance, 1200 cycles | 51:10h endurance, 1200 cycles | - |
| Free fall | - | 55:00h endurance, 1200 cycles | Class A (210 falls) | - |
| Repairability | - | Class C | Class C | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores highest overall in this comparison, with a spec score of 96.4/100. The spec score weighs performance, display, camera, battery and value together, so treat it as a starting point rather than a verdict — the right phone still depends on which of those you care about most.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the most affordable here, starting at ₹129,999. That is ₹70,000 less than the most expensive phone in this comparison.
Vivo T5 Lite 5G has the largest battery at 6500 mAh. It charges at up to 44W. Capacity is only part of endurance: chipset efficiency and screen refresh rate affect how long a charge actually lasts.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the fastest on paper, topping the AnTuTu benchmark at 2,450,000. Benchmarks measure short bursts, so a phone with better sustained thermals can still feel quicker in long gaming sessions.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has the brightest display at 3000 nits peak, with a 120Hz refresh rate. Brightness matters most for outdoor readability; see the Display section below for panel type and resolution.