Apple256 GB
iPhone Air
6.5″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
256 GB · Space Black · UK A3517 · dual eSIM · MG2L4QN/AFull product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone Air if…
- you want a lighter phone: 165 g vs 190 g Source: Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 18 vs 12 MP Source: Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a thinner body: 5.64 vs 7.3 mm Source: Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.5″ screen Source: Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26+ if…
- you want a dedicated telephoto lens (3×); the other lists none Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 31 vs 27 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.7″ screen Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you need a physical SIM slot; the other is eSIM-only Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26+
A 6.7-inch screen, without the Ultra size.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Cobalt Violet · UK SM-S947BZVDEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy S26+
0.2″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone Air
- 6.5″
- Galaxy S26+
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
19 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone AirApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy S26+Samsung Exynos 2600
Sources
Galaxy S26+
UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Claimed local video playback
In Visual factsiPhone Air27 hours
Galaxy S26+31 hours
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Camera system
iPhone AirMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S26+50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone Air6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy S26+6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
iPhone Air
460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone AirWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · second-generation UWB
Galaxy S26+Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
iPhone AirNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
Galaxy S26+Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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Listed operating system
iPhone AiriOS 26
Galaxy S26+Android 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesLaunch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
USB connection
iPhone AirUSB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
Galaxy S26+USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone AirUp to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wireless
Galaxy S26+4900 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 69% charge in around 30 minutes with a 45 W adapter
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Display resolution
iPhone Air2736 × 1260
Galaxy S26+3120 × 1440
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
eSIM only
iPhone AirYes
Galaxy S26+No
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
iPhone Air18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
Galaxy S26+12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Dedicated telephoto reach
iPhone Air0×
Galaxy S26+3×
Sources
iPhone Air
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
iPhone AirOLED
Galaxy S26+Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Published outdoor peak
iPhone Air3000 nits
Galaxy S26+2600 nits
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Galaxy S26+ 256GB — SpecificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
iPhone Air1
Galaxy S26+3
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen size
iPhone Air6.5 in
Galaxy S26+6.7 in
Sources
iPhone Air
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Thickness
iPhone Air5.64 mm
Galaxy S26+7.3 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone Air165 g
Galaxy S26+190 g
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone Air156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy S26+158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (2)
Height
iPhone Air156.2 mm
Galaxy S26+158.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsiPhone Air74.7 mm
Galaxy S26+75.8 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone AirRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S26+12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone AirUK model A3517; eSIM only
Galaxy S26+UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
iPhone Air
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (41)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Fixed f/1.8
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone Air60 fps
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone Air60 fps
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone AirYes
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Sensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+4900 mAh
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone Air30 minutes
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+12 GB
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+No
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+7 years
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+7
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Device unlock
iPhone AirFace ID
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+6.0
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone AirApple C1X
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+30 minutes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+69%
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHz
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+10
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+No
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+1200 cycles
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone Air460 ppi
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in Privacy Display
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+No
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone Air0
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsGalaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+4755 mAh
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+30 fps
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+No
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+2033-02-28
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone Air22 hours
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy S26+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 power
iPhone Air20 W
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
7 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs74 specificationsiPhone AirGalaxy S26+
iPhone AirGalaxy S26+WeightDiffers
Sources
165g
190g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
74.7mm
75.8mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
5.64mm
7.3mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm (height × width × thickness)
158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
Sources
156.2 mm
158.4 mmLabelled height.
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Colour
Sources
iPhone AirApple UK iPhone Air configurations
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Space Black
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.5″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.7″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
Galaxy S26+Galaxy S26+ 256GB — Specifications
3000 nits
Published outdoor peak · Outdoor peak claim.
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.
6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2736 × 1260
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reachDiffers
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
3×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
1
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Optical-quality reach
2×Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
0Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
27 hours
Claimed local video playback · Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
31 hours
Published local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Sources
Yes
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Up to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
4900 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 69% charge in around 30 minutes with a 45 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
22 hoursApple UK up-to claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
30 minutesApple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
20 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
4900 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
4755 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
69%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Sources
iOS 26
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3517; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacity
Sources
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
OLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
eSIM only (UK configuration)Differs
Sources
Yes
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Ingress protection claim
Sources
IP68Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
USB connector and data transferDiffers
Sources
USB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · second-generation UWB
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWBExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Device unlock
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Apple UK reference price
Sources
iPhone AirApple UK iPhone Air configurations
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
£1,099Apple UK price for the 256 GB model in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Apple C1XListed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Galaxy S26+Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Published CPU core count
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Bluetooth version
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (5)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
RAM technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verified45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone Air
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
AppleClaimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
AppleClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
AppleRear camera modules1Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources3
- Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone Air configurationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- iPhone Air exact UK configurationApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26+
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight190 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth75.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26+ 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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