OnePlus256 GB
13
6.82″ · LTPO 4.1 ProXDR · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Black Eclipse · UK 5011111074Full product profile
Black Eclipse YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Black Eclipse
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the 13 if…
- you want a larger battery: 6,000 vs 4,300 mAh Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 32 vs 12 MP Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.82″ screen Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26 if…
- you want a lighter phone: 167 g vs 213 g Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.7 vs 76.5 mm Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a thinner body: 7.2 vs 8.5 mm Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.3″ screen Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26
6.3 inches. Just 167 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Sky Blue · UK SM-S942BLBGEUBFull 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.
13
0.52″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- 13
- 6.82″
- Galaxy S26
- 6.3″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
BOTH PHONES
Matching native reach.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- 13
- 3×
- Galaxy S26
- 3×
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- 13
- Not verified
- Galaxy S26
- Up to 30h
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 facts13Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Galaxy S26Samsung Exynos 2600
Sources
Galaxy S26
UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Front camera autofocus
13No
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Keep rear and front camera capabilities separate. A recording mode, autofocus or stabilisation feature can matter for your use; it does not establish independently tested image quality.
UK typical battery capacity
In Visual facts136000 mAh
Galaxy S264300 mAh
Sources
13
Typical capacity of the serial dual-cell pack (2 × 3000 mAh); rated 2 × 2920 mAh. Not a measured runtime.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCapacity, 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
13Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 3x optical (f/2.6, OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP (f/2.0); Front: 32 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Galaxy S2650 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
13
Main: Sony LYT-808, 1/1.4", 23 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: Sony LYT-600, 1/1.95", 73 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Ultra-wide: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 15 mm equivalent, 120°, EIS, autofocus. Front: Sony IMX615, 1/2.74", fixed focus, 4K at up to 60 fps. Dolby Vision recording at 4K 60/30 fps.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy 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
136.82-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 3168 × 1440; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak
Galaxy S266.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
13
510 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Ceramic Guard cover glass; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology (for example AMOLED) on the UK specification page.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
13Security updates until 7 January 2031
Galaxy S26Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
13
End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade count.
OnePlus UK product security update periodGalaxy S26
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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Battery and charging
136000 mAh (typical); 100 W wired, 50 W wireless
Galaxy S264300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
13
Serial dual-cell battery: typical 2 × 3000 mAh (22.92 Wh), rated 2 × 2920 mAh (22.31 Wh). OnePlus lab tests: 100% in 36 minutes with the official SUPERVOOC adapter and 50% in 34 minutes with the 50 W AIRVOOC magnetic charger, from 1% with the screen off at 25 °C. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy 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
133168 × 1440
Galaxy S262340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
1332 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
Galaxy S2612 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S26
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual facts13IP68 / IP69
Galaxy S26IP68
Sources
13
IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesGalaxy S26
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
13LTPO 4.1 ProXDR
Galaxy S26Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
13
OnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed peak brightness
134500 nits
Galaxy S262600 nits
Sources
13
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
136.82 in
Galaxy S266.3 in
Sources
Galaxy S26
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
13162.9 mm
Galaxy S26149.6 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
138.5 mm
Galaxy S267.2 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual facts13213 g
Galaxy S26167 g
Sources
13
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual facts1376.5 mm
Galaxy S2671.7 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA 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
13162.9 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm (height × width × depth); Black Eclipse finish
Galaxy S26149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
1312 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
Galaxy S2612 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
13
The UK store also lists a 16 GB + 512 GB Arctic Dawn configuration, which is a separate SKU. Usable storage is lower after system files.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13 store configurationsGalaxy S26
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA 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
13UK model; dual nano-SIM plus eSIM; 5G
Galaxy S26UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
13
UK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. eSIM availability depends on the carrier. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2655, e.g. 12 GB + 256 GB Ebony Eclipse, SKU 5011111156); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus US OnePlus 13 store configurationsGalaxy S26
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (54)
Main camera aperture
131.6 f-number
Galaxy S26Fixed f/1.8
Sources
13
Main (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesThe recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.
Rear 4K recording maximum
1360 fps
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
1360 fps
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
13Yes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
The front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
13Not verified
Galaxy S2630 hours
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired charging power
13100 W
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
OnePlus's 1–100% in 36 minutes lab test used the official SUPERVOOC Power Adapter with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
25 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
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Declared high-brightness mode
131600 nits
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM type
13LPDDR5X
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
13UFS 4.0
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory card support
13Not verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
13
The UK specification lists a dual nano-SIM slot and does not mention a memory card slot either way.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless connectivity
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
13Not verified
Galaxy S267 years
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
13Not verified
Galaxy S267
Sources
13
OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesGalaxy S26
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Android 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
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.
Wi-Fi support
13Wi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 160 MHz at 5 GHz, 320 MHz at 6 GHz
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
135.4
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB connector and data transfer
13Not verified
Galaxy S26USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Alert Slider
13Yes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
Listed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
13Not verified
Galaxy S265.4
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
13Not verified
Galaxy S2630 minutes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
13Not verified
Galaxy S2655%
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 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.
Manufacturer charging test
131% to 100% in 36 minutes (100 W wired); up to 50% in 34 minutes (50 W wireless)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
OnePlus Test Laboratory, 18 November 2024: ambient and starting phone temperature 25 °C ± 1 °C, screen off, Smart Rapid Charging on. Actual results vary.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
13Not verified
Galaxy S263.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHz
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
13Not verified
Galaxy S2610
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Fingerprint sensor
13Ultrasonic
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Declared HDR playback formats
13Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
13Not verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
13Not verified
Galaxy S261200 cycles
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
13Not verified
Galaxy S263×
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy 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
13Yes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published operating system
13OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
Operating system at launch as listed; OnePlus says it may be updated.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
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
13Not verified
Galaxy S262×
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
133×
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
13510 ppi
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
13510 ppi
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in Privacy Display
13Not verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
13Not verified
Galaxy S264175 mAh
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
13Not verified
Galaxy S2630 fps
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
13Not verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
13Not verified
Galaxy S262033-02-28
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
132031-01-07
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
OnePlus UK product security update periodGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
13Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · Compass · Acceleration sensor · Gyroscopes · Ultrasonic fingerprint · Hall sensor · Laser focus sensor · Spectral sensors · Infrared remote control · Barometer
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
Complete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB connection
13USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
1350 W
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
OnePlus's up-to-50% in 34 minutes lab test used the official OnePlus AIRVOOC 50W Magnetic Charger with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
13Not verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
10 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs86 specifications13Galaxy S26
13Galaxy S26WeightDiffers
213g
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
167g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
76.5mm
71.7mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
8.5mm
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
162.9 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm (height × width × depth); Black Eclipse finishMidnight Ocean is listed at 8.9 mm thick.
149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
162.9 mm
149.6 mmLabelled height.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Black Eclipse
Not verified
Form factor
slabSingle-screen bar phone; no folding display is listed.
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Screen sizeDiffers
6.82″
6.3″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
4500 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
510 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 3168 × 1440; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak510 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Ceramic Guard cover glass; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology (for example AMOLED) on the UK specification page.
6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
3168 × 1440
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
510 ppi
Not verified
Declared high-brightness mode
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
1600 nits
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modules
3
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
YesRear cameras, 8K at 30 fps.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 3x optical (f/2.6, OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP (f/2.0); Front: 32 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 8K 30 fpsMain: Sony LYT-808, 1/1.4", 23 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: Sony LYT-600, 1/1.95", 73 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Ultra-wide: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 15 mm equivalent, 120°, EIS, autofocus. Front: Sony IMX615, 1/2.74", fixed focus, 4K at up to 60 fps. Dolby Vision recording at 4K 60/30 fps.
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
32 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
3×
Not verified
Main-camera aperture controlDiffers
1.6 f-numberMain (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear camera autofocus
YesAutofocus is listed for the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide cameras.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
YesOIS is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras; the ultra-wide lists EIS only.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Main camera optical stabilisation
YesListed under the Wide Camera (Sony LYT-808).
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Front camera autofocusDiffers
No
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
60 fps
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
60 fps
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
13No 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
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
30 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
Yes
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
6000 mAh (typical); 100 W wired, 50 W wirelessSerial dual-cell battery: typical 2 × 3000 mAh (22.92 Wh), rated 2 × 2920 mAh (22.31 Wh). OnePlus lab tests: 100% in 36 minutes with the official SUPERVOOC adapter and 50% in 34 minutes with the 50 W AIRVOOC magnetic charger, from 1% with the screen off at 25 °C. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
4300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 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
6000 mAhTypical capacity of the serial dual-cell pack (2 × 3000 mAh); rated 2 × 2920 mAh. Not a measured runtime.
4300 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
100 WOnePlus's 1–100% in 36 minutes lab test used the official SUPERVOOC Power Adapter with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
50 WOnePlus's up-to-50% in 34 minutes lab test used the official OnePlus AIRVOOC 50W Magnetic Charger with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
Not verified
Manufacturer charging test
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
1% to 100% in 36 minutes (100 W wired); up to 50% in 34 minutes (50 W wireless)OnePlus Test Laboratory, 18 November 2024: ambient and starting phone temperature 25 °C ± 1 °C, screen off, Smart Rapid Charging on. Actual results vary.
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
4175 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
55%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Security updates until 7 January 2031End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade count.
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.
Promised OS version upgrades
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Launch operating system
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
ChipsetDiffers
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 EliteQualcomm Oryon CPU up to 4.32 GHz; Adreno 830 GPU.
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storageThe UK store also lists a 16 GB + 512 GB Arctic Dawn configuration, which is a separate SKU. Usable storage is lower after system files.
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; dual nano-SIM plus eSIM; 5GUK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. eSIM availability depends on the carrier. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2655, e.g. 12 GB + 256 GB Ebony Eclipse, SKU 5011111156); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 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
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacity
12 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
LTPO 4.1 ProXDROnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
IP68 / IP69IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
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)
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Expandable storage
Sources
Not verifiedThe UK specification lists a dual nano-SIM slot and does not mention a memory card slot either way.
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Published operating system
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15Operating system at launch as listed; OnePlus says it may be updated.
Not verified
Physical RAM type
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
LPDDR5X
Not verified
Storage technology
UFS 4.0
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Wi-Fi support
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Wi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 160 MHz at 5 GHz, 320 MHz at 6 GHz
Not verified
Bluetooth version
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
5.4Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC 5.0.
Not verified
USB connection
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Not verified
Fingerprint sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Ultrasonic
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · Compass · Acceleration sensor · Gyroscopes · Ultrasonic fingerprint · Hall sensor · Laser focus sensor · Spectral sensors · Infrared remote control · BarometerComplete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
Not verified
Alert Slider
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
YesListed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
Not verified
Declared HDR playback formats
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Not verified
Published security update end date
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
2031-01-07Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
5011111074
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
13No 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.
Published CPU core count
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
13No 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
13No 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
13No source recorded
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Bluetooth version
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (5)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Not verifiedThe front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
RAM technology
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
US model distinction
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
13No source recorded
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
13No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
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256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight213 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
OnePlusWidth76.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.82 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness4,500 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlusClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingIP68 / IP69Manufacturer claim · high confidence
IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlusRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Pixel density510 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlusManufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK product security update periodOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus US OnePlus 13 store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight167 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth71.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£879.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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