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Galaxy S26 Ultra
Released March 11, 202612GB + 256GB / 5GKES 121,000
12GB + 512GB / 5GKES 151,000
16GB + 1TB / 5GKES 179,500
Display | 6.9" QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Privacy Display, 3120 x 1440 pixels, adaptive 1-120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Vision Booster and anti-reflective protection |
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Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (3nm Octa-Core processor with Adreno 840 GPU and redesigned vapor-chamber cooling) |
Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0 internal storage; no microSD expansion |
Brightness | Up to 2600 nits peak brightness with Vision Booster and anti-reflective display coating |
Colors | Black, White, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold |
Camera | 200MP Wide (f/1.4, OIS, 2x optical-quality zoom) + 50MP Ultra-Wide (f/1.9, autofocus) + 50MP Periscope Telephoto (f/2.9, OIS, 5x optical and 10x optical-quality zoom) + 10MP Telephoto (f/2.4, OIS, 3x optical zoom) | 12MP Front Camera |
Video | 8K video recording at 30fps, 4K recording up to 120fps, Super Steady mode, HDR10+, slow motion up to 240fps at Full HD and AI Audio Eraser |
Battery | 5000 mAh typical lithium-ion battery with up to 31 hours of video playback |
Charging | 60W Super Fast Charging 3.0 wired charging, up to 75% in approximately 30 minutes; 25W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging |
Audio | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, high-resolution Bluetooth audio and USB-C audio output; no 3.5mm headphone jack |
Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, Ultra-Wideband, dual-frequency GPS, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1, Nano-SIM, eSIM, Samsung DeX and SmartThings |
Durability | IP68 dust and water resistance up to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes, Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Armor 2 front and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 rear |
Biometrics | Under-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and face recognition |
Software | Galaxy AI with Now Nudge, Privacy Display controls, Photo Assist, Generative Edit, Call Screening, Circle to Search, Samsung DeX and seven years of operating-system and security updates |
In the Box | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, integrated S Pen, USB-C cable, SIM ejector tool and documentation; charging adapter sold separately |
Video Review
Summary
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is Samsung's most advanced conventional flagship for 2026. It combines the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy with a large 6.9-inch QHD+ Privacy Display, an integrated S Pen and a versatile quad-camera system led by a brighter 200MP main camera. Compared with the previous Ultra generation, it is thinner and lighter while offering faster 60W charging, improved cooling and more deeply integrated Galaxy AI tools. It remains expensive and physically large, but its cameras, productivity features, display and seven-year support period make it one of the most complete premium Android phones available.
Key Advantages
- Extremely powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor
- Large QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with adaptive 120Hz refresh and built-in Privacy Display
- Versatile quad-camera system with 200MP main, 50MP ultrawide and two optical telephoto cameras
- Integrated S Pen provides precise writing, document annotation and creative controls
- Faster 60W wired charging reaches approximately 75% in 30 minutes
- Noticeably slimmer and lighter 214g construction compared with previous Ultra models
- Seven-year software-support period and strong Samsung Knox security
Critical Limitations
- Premium pricing, particularly for the 16GB + 1TB configuration
- Large 6.9-inch body remains difficult to operate comfortably with one hand
- Power adapter is not included despite support for faster 60W charging
- No microSD card slot or traditional 3.5mm headphone connection
- Core camera resolutions and 5000 mAh battery capacity remain similar to the previous generation
Recommended For
- Professionals who use the S Pen for notes, signatures, annotations and document work
- Mobile photographers needing wide, ultrawide, portrait, 3x and long-range 5x zoom coverage
- Power users and gamers seeking sustained flagship performance and improved cooling
- Users who frequently handle sensitive information and can benefit from the built-in Privacy Display
- Samsung ecosystem users wanting DeX, Galaxy AI, SmartThings and long-term software support
Not Recommended For
- Budget-conscious buyers who do not need Ultra-level cameras or S Pen functionality
- Users who strongly prefer compact or lightweight smartphones
- Buyers who require microSD storage expansion or a headphone jack
- Users expecting a charging adapter to be included
- Galaxy S25 Ultra owners who do not need the new Privacy Display, lighter body or faster charging
