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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by Samsung

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Starting from $1,299.99
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
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Samsung's newest 2026 flagship with a 200MP camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a thinner design than the S25 Ultra.

About Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Galaxy S26 Ultra runs on the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, with camera processing and brighter apertures improving on both the main and 5x telephoto lenses compared to the S25 Ultra. It's slightly thinner than its predecessor and comes with an upgraded Super Fast Charging 3.0 protocol. For 2026, Samsung dropped its long-running 'Titanium' color naming in favor of simpler names, launching in Black Shadow, White Shadow, Galactic Blue, and Ultrapurple.

Full Specifications

Processor
GPU
Adreno 840
Imported
Processor
Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 3nm
Operating System
Android 16, One UI 8.5
Display Size
6.9 inches
Display Resolution
1440 x 3120 pixels
Display Type
LTPO OLED, 120Hz, DX anti-reflective coating
Refresh Rate
120Hz adaptive
S Pen Support
Yes, built-in slot
Rear Camera
200MP main + 50MP + 10MP quad telephoto + ultrawide
Front Camera
12MP
Video Recording
8K@30fps (4320p)
RAM
12GB / 16GB
Internal Storage
256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Network
5G
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
Water Resistance
IP68
Charging
Super Fast Charging 3.0
Colors
Black Shadow, White Shadow, Galactic Blue, Ultrapurple

Known Issues & Fixes

Issue Solution / Fix
As a newly released model, widely-documented long-term issues have not yet been reported in large numbers. This section will be updated as real-world usage reports become available after a few months on the market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What colors does the Galaxy S26 Ultra come in?

Black Shadow, White Shadow, Galactic Blue, and Ultrapurple. Samsung dropped the "Titanium" color naming used since the S24 Ultra.

Is the frame still titanium even though the color names changed?

Samsung has been moving toward an improved aluminum alloy (Armor Aluminum) for parts of the 2026 lineup, alongside the naming change, though exact frame materials can vary by model tier.

Does it have a microSD card slot?

No, storage is fixed at 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB.

Is it waterproof?

It has an IP68 rating for up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.

Does the built-in S Pen support Bluetooth remote features?

No, Bluetooth-based remote S Pen features remain removed, consistent with recent generations.

Does it have a headphone jack?

No, audio is only available via USB-C or Bluetooth.

What is Super Fast Charging 3.0?

It's Samsung's newest charging protocol on the S26 Ultra, offering improved charging speeds over the 45W standard used on the S24 and S25 Ultra.