Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 69/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,926,532); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2926532
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $2899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 15 points higher (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (88/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by 18.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1600. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was $1600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (88/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.