HONOR256 GB
400 Lite
6.7″ · AMOLED · 120 Hz · MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra
256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Velvet Black · UK ABR-NX1Full product profile
Velvet Black YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026HONOR 400 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Velvet Black
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the 400 Lite if…
- you want a lighter phone: 171 g vs 214 g Source: HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a larger battery: 5,230 vs 5,000 mAh Source: HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 16 vs 12 MP Source: HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.7″ screen Source: HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26 Ultra if…
- you want the larger 6.9″ screen Source: Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU (opens in a new tab)
- you want the higher IP68 water-resistance class (vs IP64) Source: Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Native 5x zoom. Built-in S Pen.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Cobalt Violet · UK SM-S948BZVDEUBFull 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 Ultra
0.2″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- 400 Lite
- 6.7″
- Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- 400 Lite
- Not verified
- Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5×
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- 400 Lite
- Not verified
- Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Up to 31h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
17 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 5 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual facts400 LiteMediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra
Galaxy S26 UltraQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
UK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual facts400 Lite5230 mAh
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
400 Lite
Typical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
400 LiteMain: 108 MP (f/1.75); Wide & depth: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
400 Lite
The front camera has a selfie light. Zoom up to 10x digital; video up to 1080p.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy 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
400 Lite6.7-inch AMOLED; 2412 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3500 nits peak
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
400 Lite
16.7 million colours, 100% DCI-P3; 394 ppi; multi-touch with up to 10 touch points. The 3500-nit peak is HONOR Lab data for certain scenarios.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Physical RAM
In Visual facts400 Lite8 GB
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Software update policy
400 LiteAt least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updates
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
400 Lite
Minimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; no Android version-upgrade count or end date is published.
HONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1Galaxy S26 Ultra
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Show 11 more verified differences
Wi-Fi
400 Lite802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Wi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Bluetooth
400 LiteBluetooth 5.3
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
400 Lite5230 mAh; 35 W wired
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapter
Sources
400 Lite
Typical capacity (rated 5100 mAh); lithium-ion polymer; up to 11V/3.2A with the 35W HONOR SuperCharge charger. No wireless charging is listed.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy 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
400 Lite2412 × 1080
Galaxy S26 Ultra3120 × 1440
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
400 Lite16 MP (f/2.45) with selfie light
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Supplier-declared ingress protection
In Visual facts400 LiteIP64
Galaxy S26 UltraIP68
Sources
400 Lite
From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1Galaxy S26 Ultra
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Display panel
400 LiteAMOLED
Galaxy S26 UltraDynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed peak brightness
400 Lite3500 nits
Galaxy S26 Ultra2600 nits
Sources
400 Lite
Peak brightness from HONOR's lab that only applies in certain scenarios; not described as HDR, full-screen or sustained. HONOR does not publish high-brightness-mode or typical figures.
HONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
400 Lite2
Galaxy S26 Ultra4
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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 diagonal
400 Lite6.7 in
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9 in
Sources
400 Lite
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Weight
In Visual facts400 Lite171 g
Galaxy S26 Ultra214 g
Sources
400 Lite
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUA 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
400 Lite161 × 74.55 × 7.29 mm (height × width × thickness) in Velvet Black
Galaxy S26 Ultra163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (3)
Height
400 Lite161 mm
Galaxy S26 Ultra163.6 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
400 Lite7.29 mm
Galaxy S26 Ultra7.9 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
400 Lite74.55 mm
Galaxy S26 Ultra78.1 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
400 Lite8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUA 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
400 LiteUK model ABR-NX1. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + Nano SIM or eSIM.
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
400 Lite
HONOR footnotes eSIM support to the European model Amber-N31C1, so confirm eSIM on a UK unit. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1Galaxy S26 Ultra
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (100)
Main-camera aperture control
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraFixed f/1.4
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
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.
Front 4K recording maximum
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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.
Main camera optical stabilisation
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
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.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
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.
Rear camera autofocus
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
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.
Front camera autofocus
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit front autofocus Yes.
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.
Front camera optical stabilisation
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
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.
Claimed video playback
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum published wired charging power
400 Lite35 W
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
35W HONOR SuperCharge; HONOR defines 35W as the charger's maximum output (11V/3.2A). Original charger and cable required; actual power varies.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
60 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
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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.
Storage technology
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
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.
Expandable storage
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless connectivity
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
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.
eSIM support
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
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 support term
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
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.
Promised OS version upgrades
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
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.
Launch operating system
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
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.
USB connector and data transfer
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraUSB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
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.
AI Camera Button
400 LiteYes
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
Physical button: tap to open camera/shoot, press and hold for video, slide to zoom, press and hold for visual AI search. Visual search needs a network connection; feature availability may vary.
HONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
APV 8K maximum
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Source APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.
Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
APV video capture
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.
Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
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 wired charge test duration
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 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
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
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 CPU core count
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
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.
Samsung DeX support
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
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.
Dual eSIM support
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
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.
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
400 Lite1400 cycles
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
400 Lite48 h
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
External USB video recording
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
APV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.
Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
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.
Log recording
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Camera APV format offers APV HDR or APV Log. These are distinct controls, not an inferred proprietary log workflow on every model.
Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
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 minimum battery endurance cycles
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
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.
Native telephoto reach
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra5×
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
400 LiteMagicOS 9.0 (Based on Android 15)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra10×
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer pixel density
400 Lite394 ppi
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
400 Lite394 ppi
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26 Ultra
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
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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.
Rated minimum battery capacity
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
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 8K recording maximum
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
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.
User-removable battery
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
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.
Reverse wireless charging
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
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.
Battery — Capacity
400 Lite5230 mAh (typical value)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Standard Charger
400 Lite35W HONOR SuperCharge
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Type
400 LiteLi-ion Polymer Battery
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Wired Charging
400 LiteSupport up to 11V/3.2A super charge
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — Network Standard
400 Lite5G NR 4G LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD 3G WCDMA 2G GSM
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — SIM Card 1
400 LiteNano SIM card
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — SIM Card 2
400 LiteNano SIM card/eSIM
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
400 LiteBT5.3
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Others
400 LiteSupport OTG USB: USB Type-C, USB 2.0 Earjack: Type C Support Video Call (operators and third-party software)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
400 LiteGPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo Network-Based Positioning WLAN-Based Positioning
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
400 Lite802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
400 Lite7.29 mm
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Height
400 Lite161 mm
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
400 LiteApprox. 171g (including the battery)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Width
400 Lite74.55 mm
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Colour
400 Lite16.7 million colours, 100% DCI-P3
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Gestures
400 LiteMulti-touch gestures, up to 10 touch points supported
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Resolution
400 Lite2412 × 1080
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Size
400 Lite6.7 inches
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Type
400 LiteAMOLED
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Capture Mode
400 LitePhoto, Video, Portrait, Watermark, Stickers, Multi-video, Moving Photo, Capture smiles, Mirror reflection, Gesture control, etc.
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Face Recognition
400 LiteSupport 2D Face Recognition
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Front Camera
400 Lite16 MP camera (f/2.45), selfie light
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Image Resolution
400 LiteUp to 4608 × 3456 pixels
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Resolution
400 LiteUp to 1080 × 1920 pixels
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Shooting
400 LiteSupport up to 1080P video shooting
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In the Box — In the Box
400 Lite1) Phone (battery included) x 1 2) Quick Start Guide x 1 3) Type-C cable x 1 4) Eject pin x 1 5) Warranty card x 1 6) TP protective film x 1 (attached to the phone before delivery)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory — Memory
400 Lite8GB+256GB
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
400 Lite2 × A78 2.5 GHz + 6 × A55 2.0 GHz
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Model
400 LiteMediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Type
400 LiteOcta-core
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — Features
400 LiteMagic Lock Screen / Magic Portal / Magic Capsule / AI Translate / HONOR Notes / HONOR RAM Turbo / Multi-window / Dark mode / eBook mode / HONOR Share / Shortcuts & gestures / App Twin / Device Clone / Backup & restore / One-handed mode
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — GPU
400 LiteIMG BXM-8-256
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — Keyboard Type
400 LiteGestures, Three keys, Navigation dock
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
400 LitePhoto, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Aperture, Multi-video, Slow-Mo, Panorama, Time-Lapse, Watermark, Stickers, HIGH-RES, Story, Scan Document, HDR, Moving Photo, Highlights Capture, Capture smiles, etc.
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
400 LiteUp to 10x digital zoom
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
400 LiteUp to 12000 × 9000 pixels
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
400 Lite108 MP main camera (f/1.75) + 5 MP wide & depth camera (f/2.2)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
400 LiteUp to 1080 × 2520 pixels
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
400 LiteSupport up to 1080P video shooting
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Sensors
400 LiteGravity Sensor Fingerprint Sensor Compass Ambient Light Sensor Proximity Sensor (Ultrasonic approach, non-physical approach sensor)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — Operating System
400 LiteMagicOS 9.0 (Based on Android 15)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — User Interface
400 LiteMagicOS 9.0
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
400 LiteIP64
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
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.
S Pen support
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Exact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
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.
Thermal design
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Published construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
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.
8K video recording
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
Rear and front video are listed up to 1080p; 8K recording is not mentioned.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
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.
Wireless charging
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
400 Lite
A missing wireless-charging entry is kept unknown.
HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26 Ultra
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
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.
Wireless charging power
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
400 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
400 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
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.
4 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs130 specifications400 LiteGalaxy S26 Ultra
400 LiteGalaxy S26 UltraWeightDiffers
Sources
171g
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
74.55mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.29mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
161 × 74.55 × 7.29 mm (height × width × thickness) in Velvet Black
163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Velvet Black
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
HeightDiffers
Sources
161 mm
163.6 mmLabelled height.
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
161 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
74.55 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
7.29 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Approx. 171g (including the battery)
Not verified
Thermal design
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Vapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sidesPublished construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.7″
Screen diagonal · Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.9″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
3500 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Peak brightness from HONOR's lab that only applies in certain scenarios; not described as HDR, full-screen or sustained. HONOR does not publish high-brightness-mode or typical figures.
2600 nits
Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
394 ppiPublished pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Maximum display refresh rate · Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.7-inch AMOLED; 2412 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3500 nits peak16.7 million colours, 100% DCI-P3; 394 ppi; multi-touch with up to 10 touch points. The 3500-nit peak is HONOR Lab data for certain scenarios.
6.9-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
2412 × 1080
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
394 ppiPublished pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
Not verified
Display — Size
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
6.7 inches
Not verified
Display — Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
16.7 million colours, 100% DCI-P3
Not verified
Display — Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
AMOLED
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
2412 × 1080
Not verified
Display — Gestures
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Multi-touch gestures, up to 10 touch points supported
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesSamsung 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 reach
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
5×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
2
4
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedRear and front video are listed up to 1080p; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 108 MP (f/1.75); Wide & depth: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)The front camera has a selfie light. Zoom up to 10x digital; video up to 1080p.
200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
16 MP (f/2.45) with selfie light
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
108 MP main camera (f/1.75) + 5 MP wide & depth camera (f/2.2)
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Support up to 1080P video shooting
Not verified
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 10x digital zoom
Not verified
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 12000 × 9000 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 1080 × 2520 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Aperture, Multi-video, Slow-Mo, Panorama, Time-Lapse, Watermark, Stickers, HIGH-RES, Story, Scan Document, HDR, Moving Photo, Highlights Capture, Capture smiles, etc.
Not verified
Front Camera — Front Camera
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
16 MP camera (f/2.45), selfie light
Not verified
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 4608 × 3456 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 1080 × 1920 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Support up to 1080P video shooting
Not verified
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Photo, Video, Portrait, Watermark, Stickers, Multi-video, Moving Photo, Capture smiles, Mirror reflection, Gesture control, etc.
Not verified
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Support 2D Face Recognition
Not verified
AI Camera Button
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
YesPhysical button: tap to open camera/shoot, press and hold for video, slide to zoom, press and hold for visual AI search. Visual search needs a network connection; feature availability may vary.
Not verified
Optical-quality reach
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
10×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
31 hoursPublished 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
Not verifiedA missing wireless-charging entry is kept unknown.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
5230 mAh; 35 W wiredTypical capacity (rated 5100 mAh); lithium-ion polymer; up to 11V/3.2A with the 35W HONOR SuperCharge charger. No wireless charging is listed.
5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
Sources
5230 mAhTypical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
35 W35W HONOR SuperCharge; HONOR defines 35W as the charger's maximum output (11V/3.2A). Original charger and cable required; actual power varies.
Not verified60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Battery — Capacity
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
5230 mAh (typical value)
Not verified
Battery — Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Li-ion Polymer Battery
Not verified
Battery — Wired Charging
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Support up to 11V/3.2A super charge
Not verified
Battery — Standard Charger
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
35W HONOR SuperCharge
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
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.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
4855 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
75%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
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
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
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
At least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updatesMinimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; no Android version-upgrade count or end date is published.
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 system
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
S Pen support
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyUK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storageSelected UK configuration.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
UK model ABR-NX1. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + Nano SIM or eSIM.HONOR footnotes eSIM support to the European model Amber-N31C1, so confirm eSIM on a UK unit. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 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 capacityDiffers
Sources
8 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
IP64From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, not a waterproofing guarantee.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
Sources
NoThe UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0 (Based on Android 15)
Not verified
BluetoothDiffers
Sources
Bluetooth 5.3
6.0Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
Wi-FiDiffers
Sources
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
Processor — CPU Model
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra
Not verified
Processor — CPU Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Octa-core
Not verified
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
2 × A78 2.5 GHz + 6 × A55 2.0 GHz
Not verified
Processor — GPU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
IMG BXM-8-256
Not verified
Processor — Keyboard Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Gestures, Three keys, Navigation dock
Not verified
Processor — Features
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Magic Lock Screen / Magic Portal / Magic Capsule / AI Translate / HONOR Notes / HONOR RAM Turbo / Multi-window / Dark mode / eBook mode / HONOR Share / Shortcuts & gestures / App Twin / Device Clone / Backup & restore / One-handed mode
Not verified
System — Operating System
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0 (Based on Android 15)
Not verified
System — User Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0
Not verified
Memory — Memory
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
8GB+256GB
Not verified
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
IP64
Not verified
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
5G NR
4G LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD
3G WCDMA
2G GSM
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 1
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Nano SIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 2
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Nano SIM card/eSIM
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
BT5.3
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Others
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Support OTG
USB: USB Type-C, USB 2.0
Earjack: Type C
Support Video Call (operators and third-party software)
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo
Network-Based Positioning
WLAN-Based Positioning
Not verified
Sensors — Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Gravity Sensor
Fingerprint Sensor
Compass
Ambient Light Sensor
Proximity Sensor (Ultrasonic approach, non-physical approach sensor)
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1) Phone (battery included) x 1
2) Quick Start Guide x 1
3) Type-C cable x 1
4) Eject pin x 1
5) Warranty card x 1
6) TP protective film x 1 (attached to the phone before delivery)
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
48 hDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1400 cyclesDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
82440110001030001204
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
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
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraIntroducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
Published CPU core count
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
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 connectivity
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
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.
Bluetooth version
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
APV video capture
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.
APV 8K maximum
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsSource APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.
Log recording
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
APV LogCamera APV format offers APV HDR or APV Log. These are distinct controls, not an inferred proprietary log workflow on every model.
External USB video recording
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesAPV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.
Show unverified (12)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
Not verified
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop GTIN
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK pages do not list the GTIN (barcode) for this model.
Not verified
RAM technology
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
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
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
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
400 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26 UltraGalaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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How we calculate scoresHONOR 400 Lite
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight171 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONORWidth74.55 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Thickness7.29 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONORPeak brightness3,500 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Peak brightness from HONOR's lab that only applies in certain scenarios; not described as HDR, full-screen or sustained. HONOR does not publish high-brightness-mode or typical figures.
HONORClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
The UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
HONORIP ratingIP64Manufacturer claim · high confidence
From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONORRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Pixel density394 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidence
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONORMaximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
HONORNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- HONOR UK 400 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK 400 Lite display features and operating conditionsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR 400 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model ABR-NX1HONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK 400 Lite exact configuration and official product galleryHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight214 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth78.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Samsung 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.
SamsungSamsungPublished 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 UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
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 reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach10×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules4Manufacturer 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£1,279.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UKSamsung UK
All sources11
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Specifications - Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung's Pro-Grade APV Codec Supported on Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Log VideoSamsung Developer · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Professional Photography with Galaxy Expert RAW AppSamsung Support UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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