Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 30/100 (a 54-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 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A13 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A13
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1299
- Better portability (53/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 836
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 54 points higher (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (76/100 vs 22/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A13 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 850 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A13
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 A13 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A13 by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1099. Samsung Galaxy A13 was $1099 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (88/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (76/100 vs 22/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.