Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Design56
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Rear Camera15
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks2
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 -
Octa core (4.61 GHz, Dual Core + 3.63 GHz, Hexa Core) -
12 GB / 16 GB RAM
Display
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6.9 inches (17.53 cm); Dynamic AMOLED 2x -
1440x3120 px (QHD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Gorilla Glass Protection -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
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Quad Camera Setup - 200 MP Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 10 MP Telephoto (upto 30x Digital Zoom, upto 3x Optical Zoom) Camera
- 50 MP Telephoto (upto 100x Digital Zoom, upto 5x Optical Zoom) Camera
- 50 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
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LED Flash -
8k @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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12 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Screen flash -
4k @60 fps Video Recording
Battery
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5000 mAh -
60W Super Fast Charging v3.0; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM -
5G Supported -
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
While it does appear to be an incremental upgrade over its predecessor, the Galaxy S26 Ultra brings some meaningful innovations and useful features. The Privacy Display is the key highlight, while aspects such as new AI features, fast charging, Horizon lock, etc, help make it more compelling. Capable cameras, smooth performance, good battery life, handy ecosystem benefits, and the S Pen, all combine to make this a premium flagship that should be at the top of your shortlist.
Pros
- Privacy display is useful
- Excellent cameras & performance
- AI & ecosystem features
- Good battery life, fast charging
Cons
- No magnetic Qi2 charging
- Modest upgrades over the predecessor
Display and design: a potentially game-changing feature in a marginally tweaked chassis
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Jumping straight into what I think is the headlining feature of the Galaxy S26 Ultra — the new Privacy Display could potentially be a game-changer. It's one of those features you never knew you needed until you try it. When enabled, it limits the viewing angle of the screen such that the content becomes dark and illegible when viewed from an angle, keeping your private conversations/documents/ financial transactions, etc., safe from the eyes of shoulder surfers. It's sort of like a privacy screen guard, except that you can choose to enable it on a per-app basis.
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Cameras: capable and reliable
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The S25 Ultra turned out to be a brilliant shooter, and the new phone continues on the same path. Packing a 200MP primary snapper along with a 50MP ultrawide, a 10MP telephoto that enables 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom, it's a familiar quad-camera setup on offer here. The primary camera and the 5x telephoto cameras get bigger apertures, and that means they can let it more light, promising better low-light shots. One of the most interesting new features, however, is the horizon lock stabilisation, which shoots a stable, level video regardless of how you rotate it around its axis. I tried it out a few times, and it works well. I think it could prove to be useful in some situations … not to mention it's fun to play with.
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Software and AI: all about being in the ecosystem
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AI is such a tiny acronym, but its impact is being felt in a big, big way. From a smartphone perspective, Samsung's Galaxy AI and its suite of features have evolved with each successive generation, and the brand's last two S series flagships have been marketed as "AI phones". The S26 Ultra takes that to the next level, improving upon the existing AI features and adding new ones. Samsung's homegrown smart assistant Bixby is much smarter than before, for instance, and understands conversational prompts better. Now Brief, the feature that offers useful information based on time of day, location, etc., has also been given a boost to earn its place on the new phone, and a new feature called Now Nudge has been added. Now Nudge keeps a track of messages, etc., on your screen and suggests actions accordingly. For instance, if you're texting your friend for a meeting, it can offer to add that to your calendar, or if they ask you to share photos from your recent Goa trip, it can pull up images from your phone gallery. Nifty!
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Performance and battery: smooth, consistent
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Packing in the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (an overclocked version of Qualcomm's top-end chip), 12 gigs of RAM, and up to a terabyte of storage (256GB on my review unit), the S26 Ultra is a performance powerhouse, and that reflects in most synthetic benchmarks as well. It ends up topping the charts for many of them. While the next chart-topper might be just around the corner, given how fast-paced this industry is, the Galaxy S26 Ultra's real-life performance is a true delight, and that's what matters. It handles everything, including intensive gaming, with aplomb. That said, serious gaming might not be its forte, despite the larger vapour chamber.
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Verdict
While it does appear to be an incremental upgrade over its predecessor, the Galaxy S26 Ultra brings some meaningful innovations and useful features. The Privacy Display is the key highlight, while aspects such as new AI features, fast charging, Horizon lock, etc, help make it more compelling. Capable cameras, smooth performance, good battery life, handy ecosystem benefits, and the S Pen, all combine to make this a premium flagship that should be at the top of your shortlist.
- Privacy display is useful
- Excellent cameras & performance
- AI & ecosystem features
- Good battery life, fast charging
Pros
- No magnetic Qi2 charging
- Modest upgrades over the predecessor
Cons
Jumping straight into what I think is the headlining feature of the Galaxy S26 Ultra — the new Privacy Display could potentially be a game-changer. It's one of those features you never knew you needed until you try it. When enabled, it limits the viewing angle of the screen such that the content becomes dark and illegible when viewed from an angle, keeping your private conversations/documents/ financial transactions, etc., safe from the eyes of shoulder surfers. It's sort of like a privacy screen guard, except that you can choose to enable it on a per-app basis.
Read MoreThe S25 Ultra turned out to be a brilliant shooter, and the new phone continues on the same path. Packing a 200MP primary snapper along with a 50MP ultrawide, a 10MP telephoto that enables 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom, it's a familiar quad-camera setup on offer here. The primary camera and the 5x telephoto cameras get bigger apertures, and that means they can let it more light, promising better low-light shots. One of the most interesting new features, however, is the horizon lock stabilisation, which shoots a stable, level video regardless of how you rotate it around its axis. I tried it out a few times, and it works well. I think it could prove to be useful in some situations … not to mention it's fun to play with.
Read MoreAI is such a tiny acronym, but its impact is being felt in a big, big way. From a smartphone perspective, Samsung's Galaxy AI and its suite of features have evolved with each successive generation, and the brand's last two S series flagships have been marketed as "AI phones". The S26 Ultra takes that to the next level, improving upon the existing AI features and adding new ones. Samsung's homegrown smart assistant Bixby is much smarter than before, for instance, and understands conversational prompts better. Now Brief, the feature that offers useful information based on time of day, location, etc., has also been given a boost to earn its place on the new phone, and a new feature called Now Nudge has been added. Now Nudge keeps a track of messages, etc., on your screen and suggests actions accordingly. For instance, if you're texting your friend for a meeting, it can offer to add that to your calendar, or if they ask you to share photos from your recent Goa trip, it can pull up images from your phone gallery. Nifty!
Read MorePacking in the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (an overclocked version of Qualcomm's top-end chip), 12 gigs of RAM, and up to a terabyte of storage (256GB on my review unit), the S26 Ultra is a performance powerhouse, and that reflects in most synthetic benchmarks as well. It ends up topping the charts for many of them. While the next chart-topper might be just around the corner, given how fast-paced this industry is, the Galaxy S26 Ultra's real-life performance is a true delight, and that's what matters. It handles everything, including intensive gaming, with aplomb. That said, serious gaming might not be its forte, despite the larger vapour chamber.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the IP rating on the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The S26 Ultra carries an IP68 rating, offering dust and water resistance. Samsung hasn't bumped it up to IP69 on this generation.
Does the Galaxy S26 Ultra still include the S Pen?
Yes. The S Pen is housed inside a dedicated silo in the chassis and remains a key differentiator for the Galaxy S26 Ultra model in Samsung's S series lineup.
What colours is the Galaxy S26 Ultra available in?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is available in Sky Blue, White, Cobalt Violet, and Black colour options. Samsung's official website also offers Pink Gold and Silver Shadow special colours in India.
What type of display does the Galaxy S26 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with a 1440 x 3120 QHD+ resolution, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 2,600 nits.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Specifications
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| Launch Date | February 25, 2026 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v16 |
| OS Updates | 7 Year |
| Security Updates | 7 Year |
| Custom UI | Samsung One UI |
Performance
(Best In Class)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SM8850-AC | |||||
| Processor | Octa core (4.61 GHz, Dual core, Oryon + 3.63 GHz, Hexa Core, Oryon) | |||||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||||
| Fabrication | 3 nm | |||||
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 840 | |||||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | |||||
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | |||||
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Gaming Test Results
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Best In Class)
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| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2x |
| Screen Size | 6.9 inches (17.53 cm) |
| Resolution | 1440x3120 px (QHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 2600 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 498 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 91.27 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Armor 2 |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 163.6 mm |
| Width | 78.1 mm |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 214 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Water resistant, IP68, (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter) |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
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| Autofocus | Yes, Dual Pixel Autofocus, Dual Pixel Phase Detection Autofocus | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 16000 x 12500 Pixels | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Optical Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Filters Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
8k @30 fps 4k @60 fps Full HD @240 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Wide Angle
Max Zoom Supported 100x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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Front Camera
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| Autofocus | Yes, Dual Pixel Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||||||||||||||
| Video Recording |
4k @60 fps Full HD @30 fps |
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Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Excellent)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 60W Super Fast Charging v3.0, 75% in 30 minutes | |||
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 25W Wireless Charging | |||
| Wireless Reverse Charging | Yes, 4.5W Wireless Reverse Charging | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/be/ax) 5GHz 6GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v6.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Ultrasonic |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SM8850-AC |
| RAM & Storage | 12 GB RAM + 256 GB 12 GB RAM + 512 GB 16 GB RAM + 1 TB |
| Display | 6.9", 1440 x 3120 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 200 MP + 10 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (12 GB + 256 GB) | ₹119,990 |
| Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (12 GB + 512 GB) | ₹150,999 |
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