Samsung · SM-S948B
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a 6.9-inch 5G smartphone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip, a 200 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. It launched in India in February 2026.
In short
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a phone from Samsung, released February 2026. From ₹1,24,990 in India across 2 sellers. Its Comparezi Score is 56.6 out of 100, ranked #26 of 347 phones. Key specifications: display size 6.9", processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, RAM 12 GB. Among phones here it fits best for long software support and camera.
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- Display size
- 6.9"
- Processor
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- RAM
- 12 GB
- Main camera
- 200 MP
- Battery
- 5,000 mAh
Variants
Where to buy
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12 GB RAM + 256 GB
₹1,24,990
MRP ₹1,39,999
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12 GB RAM + 256 GB
₹1,45,999
MRP ₹1,69,999
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12 GB RAM + 512 GB
₹1,59,999
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12 GB RAM + 512 GB
₹1,65,999
MRP ₹1,89,999
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Prices checked 1 week ago.
Comparezi Score
How the 56.6 was computed
| Factor | This product | Position in category | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 200 MP |
highest
|
16.7 | |
| RAM | 12 GB |
71%
|
11.9 | |
| 5G | Yes | has it | 5.6 | |
| Storage | 256 GB |
47%
|
5.2 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
57%
|
5.1 | |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
18%
|
4.0 | |
| Charging speed | 60 W |
45%
|
3.5 | |
| Weight | 214 g |
43%
|
2.4 | |
| Display size | 6.9" |
40%
|
2.2 |
Each factor is placed between the lowest and highest value in Phones (0-100 %), multiplied by its weight, and summed. It is a computed figure, not a rating, and never uses reviews.
Pros
- Dedicated 50 MP telephoto camera
- 200 MP main camera, higher resolution than 95 % of the 368 phones on Comparezi with a published figure
- Wireless charging
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- 7 years of security updates promised
Cons
- Smaller battery (5,000 mAh) than most phones on Comparezi
- Heavier than most phones on Comparezi (214 g)
Who should buy it
- Best for Long software support · What matters most? (pick any) #1 of 368 phones for this
- Best for Camera · What matters most? (pick any) #3 of 368 phones for this
Full specifications
Display
| Display size | 6.9" |
|---|---|
| Display type | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+ |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2,600 nits |
Performance
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
|---|---|
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Memory options | 12 GB + |
Camera
| Main camera | 200 MP |
|---|---|
| Ultra-wide camera | 50 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 50 MP |
| Front camera | 12 MP |
Battery
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Charging speed | 60 W |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
Software
| Operating system | Android |
|---|---|
| Software | One UI 8.5 |
| OS updates promised | 7 |
| OS updates counted in | Upgrades |
| Security updates promised | 7 years |
Build
| Weight | 214 g |
|---|---|
| 5G | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP68 |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + |
| Colours | Cobalt Violet, Black, Sky Blue, White, Pink Gold, Silver Shadow |
About the Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a 6.9-inch 5G smartphone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip, a 200 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. It launched in India in February 2026. It is one of 41 Samsung phones and 368 phones compared on Comparezi.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra at a glance
- Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED, 120 Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- Memory: 12 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GB, 16 GB + 1 TB
- Cameras: a 200 MP main, 50 MP ultra-wide, 50 MP telephoto rear camera system and a 12 MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000 mAh, 60 W wired charging, wireless charging
- Software (as listed): One UI 8.5
- Updates: 7 OS upgrades and 7 years of security updates
- Water and dust: IP68
- Weight: 214 g
Display
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a 6.9-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+). Only 10 of the 367 phones Comparezi has this figure for have a larger screen. It refreshes at up to 120 Hz. Samsung quotes a peak brightness of 2,600 nits. Brands measure peak brightness in different ways (full screen, a small bright area, high brightness mode), so Comparezi does not rank phones on this figure.
Performance and memory
It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. Memory options: 12 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GB, 16 GB + 1 TB.
Cameras
The main camera has a 200 MP sensor, higher resolution than 95 % of the 368 phones Comparezi has this figure for. A 50 MP ultra-wide camera covers wider scenes. A dedicated 50 MP telephoto camera handles zoom; 79 of the 368 phones Comparezi tracks have one. The front camera is 12 MP.
Battery and charging
The battery is rated at 5,000 mAh. Wired charging is rated at up to 60 W, faster than 65 % of the 338 phones Comparezi has this figure for. It also supports wireless charging.
Software and updates
Samsung lists its software as One UI 8.5. Samsung promises 7 OS upgrades and 7 years of security updates. That is the longest security-update promise among the 198 phones Comparezi has this figure for (shared with 28 others).
Design and durability
It weighs 214 g. It is rated IP68: dust-tight and protected against continuous immersion under the conditions the manufacturer specifies. It supports 5G. SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM). Colours: Cobalt Violet, Black, Sky Blue, White, Pink Gold, Silver Shadow.
Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
On its published specifications, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra suits buyers who prioritise photography with optical zoom and long software support (7 years of security updates).
Strengths
- Dedicated 50 MP telephoto camera
- 200 MP main camera, higher resolution than 95 % of the 368 phones on Comparezi with a published figure
- Wireless charging
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- 7 years of security updates promised
Trade-offs
- Smaller battery (5,000 mAh) than most phones on Comparezi
- Heavier than most phones on Comparezi (214 g)
How the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra compares
The phones closest to it on specifications, from other brands:
- OPPO Reno15 Pro: battery 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 6,500 mAh on the OPPO Reno15 Pro; wired charging 60 W on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 80 W on the OPPO Reno15 Pro. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs OPPO Reno15 Pro: full comparison
- vivo X300: battery 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 6,040 mAh on the vivo X300; wired charging 60 W on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 90 W on the vivo X300; screen 6.9" on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 6.31" on the vivo X300. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs vivo X300: full comparison
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: main camera 200 MP on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 50 MP on the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL; weight 214 g on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 226 g on the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: full comparison
- Google Pixel 11 Pro: main camera 200 MP on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 50 MP on the Google Pixel 11 Pro; screen 6.9" on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 6.3" on the Google Pixel 11 Pro; weight 214 g on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs 204 g on the Google Pixel 11 Pro. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Google Pixel 11 Pro: full comparison
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Specifications from Samsung's official product page (www.samsung.com), checked 12 October 2026. Specifications the manufacturer does not publish are left blank rather than estimated. Percentages compare published figures only; see how Comparezi compares phones.
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