Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (2022) runs on the Exynos 850, 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 32/100 (a 52-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 M13 (Global) is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Better portability (60/100 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 90Hz
- 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 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 52 points higher (84/100 vs 32/100). 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 "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" PLS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 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 | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- 6.6" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- 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 M13 (Global) and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (88/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) 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 M13 (Global) 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 M13 (Global) over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) 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.