Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 67/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,434,169); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 135); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1299
- Overall rating 67/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3958
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 228g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 17 points higher (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 44/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (51/100 vs 33/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 135 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
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 S22 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 59.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (86/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (51/100 vs 33/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.