Samsung Galaxy M13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (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 $149 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 83/100 vs 31/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,437,807 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy M13 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy M13
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $1299
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3437807 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 (95/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 52 points higher (83/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M13 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (95/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M13 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 850 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3437807 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy M13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy M13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M13 by 93.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1150. Samsung Galaxy M13 was $1150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (95/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (88/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 52 points (83/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.