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 — 80/100 vs 70/100 (a 10-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 3,128,552); 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
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- 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 3128552
- 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 10 points higher (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, 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, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 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 | 3128552 | 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 1.0% 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, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 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 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
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 80/100, 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.