Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (2022) runs on the Exynos 1280, 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 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G

Performance 47
Display 66
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 45
Value for money —

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Performance 96
Display 88
Camera 86
Battery 61
Portability 51
Value for money 78

What makes Samsung Galaxy M33 5G better?

  • Lighter: 198g vs 214g

  • Overall rating 45/100

What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 615425
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 956
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2082
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 47/100). 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 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Processor Exynos 1280 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 615425 3463142
Geekbench Single 956 3601
Geekbench Multi 2082 10686
Display 6.6" TFT LCD 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2408 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 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 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 165.4×76.9×9.4 mm 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm
Weight 198 g 214 g
Launch price — $1299

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
32
camera

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G

  • 6.6" TFT LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Exynos 1280
45/100
615425 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +82.2%
3463142 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G

Price unknown

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

$1299

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (96/100 vs 47/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (88/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (86/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (61/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G 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 M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.