HMD Aura 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The HMD Aura 2 (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 20/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura 2 doesn't; the HMD Aura 2 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura 2
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes HMD Aura 2 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 214g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 846
- Faster charging: 60W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 64 points higher (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura 2 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 Go | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura 2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 HMD Aura 2 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads HMD Aura 2 by 95.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Aura 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (96/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (88/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (86/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 by 64 points (84/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The HMD Aura 2 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.