Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1299 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 70/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,780,751); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2780751
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 9 points higher (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2780751 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.