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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung's top Galaxy S26 model, with long-range zoom cameras and S Pen AI tools.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Design score

9.5/10

Scoring method ↗
Evidence statusSpecs not independently verifiedsamsung.com
Starting price on record$1,299
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AP
Customized processor Improved NPU, GPU and CPU
CPU
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6
Camera
200 MP Wide F1.4, 50 MP Tele F2.9
Charge
Up to 75 % in around 30 mins

The decision

Where it wins

  • High-end display
  • S-Pen utility

Where it doesn't

  • Heavy and bulky
Ideal forPower usersMobile Gamers
02 / Technical record

Specifications

Structured product data, grouped by system.

Core hardware01
CPUSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6
Power & thermal01
Battery31 hrs of video playback
Other specifications04
APCustomized processor Improved NPU, GPU and CPU
Camera200 MP Wide F1.4, 50 MP Tele F2.9
ChargeUp to 75 % in around 30 mins
StylusS-Pen
Evidence / qualification

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Specs not independently verifiedsamsung.com
Source on record
samsung.com
Editorial context

The Ultra remains the phone that sets the pace for Android, and the two features worth paying attention to are the privacy display and the on-device AI. A screen that narrows its viewing angle on demand is a genuinely useful thing on a plane or a train, and it is the rare hardware feature that solves a problem people actually have rather than one invented for a keynote. Galaxy AI running locally matters for the same reason it matters on a laptop — latency and not shipping your content to a server. What does not change is the ergonomic reality: this is a large, heavy phone, and no amount of engineering fixes a device that is uncomfortable to hold one-handed. If you have small hands or you use a phone in bed, try it before you buy it. The price is also at a point where the calculation against a laptop starts to look strange.

A powerhouse of productivity, the S26 Ultra leverages its advanced NPU to perform real-time translation, generative image editing, and flawless note-taking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for?↓
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a fit for power users and Mobile Gamers.
What are the drawbacks of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?↓
The trade-offs we record are: Heavy and bulky.
What does Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra do well?↓
High-end display and S-Pen utility.
How much does Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra cost?↓
$1,299, as recorded in this index. Prices move; check the retailer for the current figure.
What is the Fathom Layer design score for Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?↓
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 9.5 out of 10. The score is assigned by a human against published criteria and placement is never sold — see the methodology page for how it is built.

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