Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $89 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 19/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 346,495); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A05
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $89 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1364
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 56 points higher (75/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $89 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1210. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $1210.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 56 points (75/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.