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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 74/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,780,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 146); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g 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 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2780751
- Lighter: 162g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1299
- Better portability (89/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 5 points higher (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (89/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2780751 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 1.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (89/100 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 5 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 — 74/100.
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.