Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26+ vs. S26 Ultra: Comparing the three new phones
Source: Engadget
Overview
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, with a focus on AI, camera upgrades, and refined hardware. While the overall design stays familiar, the three models differ in display technology, charging speeds, and camera hardware.
Across the board, the S26 family is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip and runs Android 16 with One UI 8.5. Samsung is also doubling down on Galaxy AI features like Now Brief, Now Nudge, and an upgraded Circle to Search, positioning the new phones as more proactive assistants.
The Ultra model pushes the envelope the furthest, offering the most advanced camera system, faster wired and wireless charging, and Samsung’s new built‑in Privacy Display tech. Pre‑orders are available now, with official sales starting on March 11.
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26+ vs. S26 Ultra: Specs compared
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $899.99 | $1,099.99 | $1,299.99 |
| Dimensions | 71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm | 71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm | 78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 190 g | 214 g |
| Screen size | 6.3 in (FHD+) | 6.7 in (QHD+) | 6.9 in (QHD+) |
| Screen resolution | 2340 × 1080 | 3120 × 1440 | 3120 × 1440 |
| Screen type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz adaptive (1–120 Hz), up to 2,600 nits peak brightness | Same as S26 | Same as S26 |
| SoC | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Same as S26 | Same as S26 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB or 16 GB |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 4,300 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W wired, 15 W wireless | 45 W wired, 20 W wireless | 60 W wired, 25 W wireless |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB | 256 GB / 512 GB | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Rear camera | 50 MP main, 12 MP ultrawide, 10 MP 3× telephoto | Same as S26 | 200 MP main, 50 MP ultrawide, 10 MP 3× telephoto, 50 MP 5× periscope telephoto |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Video capture | Up to 4K 60 fps, 8K 30 fps | Same as S26 | Up to 4K 120 fps, 8K 30 fps |
| Water & dust resistance | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
| Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| OS | Android 16 with One UI 8.5 | Same as S26 | Same as S26 |
| Colors & finish | Cobalt Violet, White, Black, Sky Blue / Pink Gold, Silver Shadow (Samsung exclusive) | Same as S26 | Same as S26 |