ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,227,639); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1299
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 238g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 48/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 5 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (51/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 64.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. ASUS ROG Phone 5 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (96/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (86/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 5 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (51/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.