Samsung Galaxy M35 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M35 (2024) runs on the Exynos 1380, 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 51/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M35 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M35
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M35 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2710
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 222g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M35 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 33 points higher (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (51/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M35 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×78.6×9.1 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 222 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M35
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M35
- 6000 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
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M35 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M35 by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M35
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (96/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (86/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (51/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 by 33 points (84/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M35 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M35 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M35 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M35 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.