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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026
Nothing256 GB

Phone (3a) Pro

6.77″ · Flexible AMOLED · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Grey · UK 6974434224438Full product profile
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro in Grey, official product viewGrey
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

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See the 13 verified differences
Samsung256 GB

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Native 5x zoom. Built-in S Pen.

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Cobalt Violet · UK SM-S948BZVDEUBFull product profile
Galaxy S26 Ultra in Cobalt Violet, front and rear with S PenCobalt Violet
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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.

Phone (3a) ProSnapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
Source 1
Galaxy S26 UltraQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy

UK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.

Source 1
Explore the full specifications
Galaxy S26 Ultra

0.13″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

Phone (3a) Pro
6.77″
Galaxy S26 Ultra
6.9″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

Phone (3a) Pro
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?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Camera system

Phone (3a) ProMain: 50 MP (f/1.88, OIS); Periscope: 50 MP, 3x optical zoom (f/2.55, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 50 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

The 4K frame rate is not published. Details: main 24 mm, 1/1.56" sensor, 84.5° field of view, OIS and EIS, dual pixel PDAF autofocus; periscope 70 mm, 1/1.95" sensor, 33.6° field of view, OIS and EIS, autofocus, 6x in-sensor and 60x ultra zoom; ultra-wide 15 mm, 1/4" sensor, 120° field of view; front 24 mm, 1/2.76" sensor, 81.2° field of view.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy 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+ tables

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display specification

Phone (3a) Pro6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 2392 × 1084; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Full published display specification: 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 1084 x 2392 (387 PPI); Panda glass; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio; Brightness: 3000 nits peak, 1300 nits outdoor, 800 nits typical; 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate; 1000 Hz touch sampling rate; 2160 Hz PWM frequency.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy 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+ tables

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Update policy

Phone (3a) Pro3 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches, counted from first availability (not from purchase)
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

The footnote words the operating-system term as "three Android updates"; the specification rows say 3 years.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy 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 SKU

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Published security support term

Phone (3a) Pro6 years
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Security-patch term counted from first availability. The Android update term (3 years) is stated separately.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKU

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Battery and charging

Phone (3a) Pro5000 mAh; 50 W wired, 7.5 W reverse 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
Phone (3a) Pro

Full published battery specification: 5000 mAh; 50 W wired charging; 7.5 W reverse wired charging; 50% charge in 19 minutes; full charge in 56 minutes.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy 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+ tables

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

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Small physical differences (5)
Configuration & compatibility details (2)

RAM and storage configuration

Phone (3a) Pro12 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 SKU

A 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

Phone (3a) ProDual nano-SIM; eSIM; 5G; Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

UK model connectivity: SIM: dual SIM, Nano-SIM (4FF); eSIM: yes (excluding India); Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO; Gigabit 5G: dual mode (NSA and SA) with 4x4 MIMO; 5G NR bands: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78; 4G LTE bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66; 3G UMTS (WCDMA): 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19; 2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900; Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4/5 GHz; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC with Google Pay support; Location: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), Galileo (E1), QZSS (L1). Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
Galaxy 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 SKU

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (119)

Main-camera aperture control

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraFixed f/1.4
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front 4K recording maximum

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed video playback

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed charge time to 50%

Phone (3a) Pro19 minutes
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage technology

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Series

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless connectivity

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM support

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Promised OS version upgrades

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Launch operating system

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wi-Fi

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

No source recorded for this side.

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 Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

No source recorded for this side.

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 Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

USB connector and data transfer

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraUSB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

APV 8K maximum

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

APV video capture

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge test duration

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge endpoint

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU clock groups

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU core count

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Samsung DeX support

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dual eSIM support

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

External USB video recording

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Glyph interface

Phone (3a) ProGlyph Interface light patterns
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Rear light patterns for notifications, calls, volume and music sync. Not a dot-matrix Glyph display.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
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.

Headphone jack

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Log recording

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Ultra

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RAM technology

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published minimum battery endurance cycles

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published operating system

Phone (3a) ProNothing OS 3.1 powered by Android 15
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Operating system at launch as listed. The update term is in the Update policy field.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
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.

Built-in Privacy Display

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated minimum battery capacity

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 8K recording maximum

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

User-removable battery

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

Reverse wired charging is a separate feature from reverse wireless charging.

Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specifications
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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published security update end date

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

SIM — 4G LTE bands

Phone (3a) Pro1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 12 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 26 / 28 / 38 / 40 / 41 / 42 / 48 / 66
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.

SIM — 5G NR band

Phone (3a) Pron1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n48 / n66 / n77 / n78
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

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

S Pen support

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Thermal design

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 Yet

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

US model distinction

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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 SKU

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wireless charging maximum

Phone (3a) ProNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Pro

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+ tables

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8 shared fields have the same recorded value.

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Full specifications

All specs149 specificationsPhone (3a) ProGalaxy S26 Ultra
WeightDiffers
Sources
211g
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
77.5mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.35mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
163.5 × 77.5 × 8.35 mm (height × width × depth)
163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
Sources
163.5 mm
163.6 mmLabelled height.
Colour
Sources
Grey
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Colour depth
Sources
10-bit
Not verified
Thermal design
Sources
Not verified
Vapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sidesPublished construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.77″
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
3000 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
2600 nits
Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
387 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
Adaptive refresh rate
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 2392 × 1084; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peakFull published display specification: 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 1084 x 2392 (387 PPI); Panda glass; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio; Brightness: 3000 nits peak, 1300 nits outdoor, 800 nits typical; 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate; 1000 Hz touch sampling rate; 2160 Hz PWM frequency.
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
1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Pixel density
Sources
387 ppi
Not verified
Display technology
Sources
Flexible AMOLED
Not verified
Brightness — Peak brightness
Sources
3000 nits
Not verified
Brightness — Outdoor brightness
Sources
1300 nits
Not verified
Brightness — Typical brightness
Sources
800 nits
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
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
3
4
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedNothing advertises 4K recording in MP4 format; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 50 MP (f/1.88, OIS); Periscope: 50 MP, 3x optical zoom (f/2.55, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 50 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4KThe 4K frame rate is not published. Details: main 24 mm, 1/1.56" sensor, 84.5° field of view, OIS and EIS, dual pixel PDAF autofocus; periscope 70 mm, 1/1.95" sensor, 33.6° field of view, OIS and EIS, autofocus, 6x in-sensor and 60x ultra zoom; ultra-wide 15 mm, 1/4" sensor, 120° field of view; front 24 mm, 1/2.76" sensor, 81.2° field of view.
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
50 MP
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
3×
Not verified
Main camera — Resolution
Sources
50 MP
Not verified
Main camera — Focal length
Sources
24 mm
Not verified
Main camera — Aperture
Sources
F/1.88
Not verified
Main camera — Sensor
Sources
1/1.56"
Not verified
Main camera — Features
Sources
84.5° FOV
Not verified
Main camera — Features
Sources
OIS & EIS
Not verified
Main camera — Features
Sources
Auto focus
Not verified
Main camera — Features
Sources
Dual pixel PDAF
Not verified
Periscope camera — Resolution
Sources
50 MP
Not verified
Periscope camera — Focal length
Sources
70 mm
Not verified
Periscope camera — Aperture
Sources
F/2.55
Not verified
Periscope camera — Sensor
Sources
1/1.95"
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
33.6° FOV
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
OIS & EIS
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
Autofocus
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
3x optical zoom
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
6x in-sensor zoom
Not verified
Periscope camera — Features
Sources
60x ultra zoom
Not verified
Ultra-wide camera — Resolution
Sources
8 MP
Not verified
Ultra-wide camera — Focal length
Sources
15 mm
Not verified
Ultra-wide camera — Aperture
Sources
F/2.2
Not verified
Ultra-wide camera — Sensor
Sources
1/4"
Not verified
Ultra-wide camera — Features
Sources
120° FOV
Not verified
Front camera — Resolution
Sources
50 MP
Not verified
Front camera — Focal length
Sources
24 mm
Not verified
Front camera — Aperture
Sources
F/2.2
Not verified
Front camera — Sensor
Sources
1/2.76"
Not verified
Front camera — Features
Sources
81.2° FOV
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesStated for the main (Dual pixel PDAF) and periscope cameras; not stated for the 8 MP ultra-wide.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOIS listed for the main and periscope cameras; the ultra-wide lists none.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Yes
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
10×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo 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.
Sources
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 verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
5000 mAh; 50 W wired, 7.5 W reverse wiredFull published battery specification: 5000 mAh; 50 W wired charging; 7.5 W reverse wired charging; 50% charge in 19 minutes; full charge in 56 minutes.
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 capacity
Sources
5000 mAhCapacity row on the UK product page. No regional battery variant is listed.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
50 W
Not verified60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
19 minutesManufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise.
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Not verifiedReverse wired charging is a separate feature from reverse wireless charging.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Charging speed — Charging speed
Sources
50 W
Not verified
Charging speed — Reverse wired charging
Sources
7.5 W
Not verified
Charging speed — 100% charge time
Sources
56 minutes
Not verified
Charging speed — 50% charge time
Sources
19 minutes
Not verified
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
4855 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo 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 termDiffers
Sources
6 years
Published security support term · Security-patch term counted from first availability. The Android update term (3 years) is stated separately.
7 years
Published security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
3 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches, counted from first availability (not from purchase)The footnote words the operating-system term as "three Android updates"; the specification rows say 3 years.
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
S Pen support
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
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
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
Sources
Dual nano-SIM; eSIM; 5G; Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.4; NFCUK model connectivity: SIM: dual SIM, Nano-SIM (4FF); eSIM: yes (excluding India); Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO; Gigabit 5G: dual mode (NSA and SA) with 4x4 MIMO; 5G NR bands: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78; 4G LTE bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66; 3G UMTS (WCDMA): 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19; 2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900; Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4/5 GHz; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC with Google Pay support; Location: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), Galileo (E1), QZSS (L1). 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 capacity
Sources
12 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
Flexible AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
Sources
IP64
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
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Published operating system
Sources
Nothing OS 3.1 powered by Android 15Operating system at launch as listed. The update term is in the Update policy field.
Not verified
UK manufacturer reference price
Sources
£399Nothing UK store price for Grey 12+256GB (pickup only) in September 2026; the store showed it as sold out. Retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G — Clock speed
Sources
Up to 2.5 GHz
Not verified
Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G — Core count
Sources
8-core
Not verified
Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G — Technology
Sources
4 nm TSMC process (N4)
Not verified
Size
Sources
6.77"
Not verified
Screen material
Sources
Panda glass
Not verified
Resolution
Sources
1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
Not verified
Colors
Sources
1.07 billion
Not verified
Contrast ratio
Sources
1,000,000:1
Not verified
Refresh — Adaptive refresh rate
Sources
120 Hz
Not verified
Refresh — Touch sampling rate
Sources
1000 Hz
Not verified
Refresh — PWM frequency
Sources
2160 Hz
Not verified
SIM — Dual SIM
Sources
Yes
Not verified
SIM — SIM size
Sources
Nano-SIM (4FF)
Not verified
SIM — e-SIM
Sources
Yes (excluding India)
Not verified
SIM — Gigabit LTE
Sources
4x4 MIMO
Not verified
SIM — Gigabit 5G
Sources
Dual Mode (NSA & SA) with 4x4 MIMO
Not verified
SIM — 5G NR band
Sources
n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n48 / n66 / n77 / n78
Not verified
SIM — 4G LTE bands
Sources
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 12 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 26 / 28 / 38 / 40 / 41 / 42 / 48 / 66
Not verified
SIM — 3G UMTS (WCDMA) bands
Sources
1 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 19
Not verified
SIM — 2G GSM
Sources
850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi
Sources
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4G/5G
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi type
Sources
Wi-Fi 6
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Bluetooth
Sources
Bluetooth 5.4
Not verified
Wi-Fi — NFC
Sources
Yes
Not verified
Wi-Fi — NFC
Sources
Supporting Google Pay
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
GPS (L1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
GLONASS (G1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
BDS (B1I)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
GALILEO (E1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
QZSS (L1)
Not verified
Glyph interface
Sources
Glyph Interface light patternsRear light patterns for notifications, calls, volume and music sync. Not a dot-matrix Glyph display.
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo 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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
Wi-Fi
Sources
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
Bluetooth
Sources
Not verified
6.0Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
APV video capture
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo 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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsSource APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.
Log recording
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo 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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
YesAPV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.
Show unverified (7)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
RAM technology
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
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
Phone (3a) ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight211 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Width77.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Thickness8.35 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Display size6.77 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.

Nothing
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rate2.63% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise. 50 divided by 19 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Nothing
Published total support6 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Security-patch term counted from first availability. The Android update term (3 years) is stated separately.

Nothing
Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Nothing
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Nothing
Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
IP ratingIP64Manufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Pixel density387 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Nothing
Manufacturer list price£399.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceNothing
All sources1
  1. Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsNothing · 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.

Samsung
Width78.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.

Samsung
Thickness7.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.

Samsung
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.

Samsung UK
Claimed 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.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Samsung
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.

Samsung
Reverse 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.

Samsung
Headphone 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.

Samsung
Expandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.

Samsung UK
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit physical Nano-SIM support.

Samsung
IP 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.

Samsung
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.

Samsung
Pixel 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.

SamsungSamsung
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed optical-quality reach10×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.

SamsungSamsung
Rear camera modules4Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.

Samsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£1,279.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UKSamsung UK
All sources11
  1. Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
  2. Specifications - Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  3. Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  4. Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  5. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  6. Samsung's Pro-Grade APV Codec Supported on Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  7. Samsung Log VideoSamsung Developer · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  8. Professional Photography with Galaxy Expert RAW AppSamsung Support UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  9. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  10. Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  11. Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 UltraSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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