Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $182 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 32/100 (a 43-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 749,719).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 200g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 749719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2758
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 43 points higher (75/100 vs 32/100). 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (86/100 vs 29/100). 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 A26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $182 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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 A26 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 78.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1117. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $1117.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (86/100 vs 29/100).
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 A26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 43 points (75/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A26 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 A26 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 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.