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OnePlus 13R vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026
OnePlus256 GB

13R

6.78″ · LTPO 4.1 ProXDR · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Nebula Noir · UK 5011111049Full product profile
OnePlus 13R in Nebula Noir, official product viewNebula Noir
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the 13R if…

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Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 16 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.

13RQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Qualcomm Kryo CPU up to 3.3 GHz; Adreno 750 GPU.

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

0.12″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

13R
6.78″
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.

13R
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 ↓

16 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

UK typical battery capacity

In Visual facts
13R6000 mAh
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
13R

Typical capacity; rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). Not a measured runtime.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.

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

Capacity, 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

13RMain: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 2x optical (f/2.0); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
13R

Main: Sony LYT-700, 1/1.56", 24 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 47 mm equivalent, EIS, autofocus (no OIS listed). Ultra-wide: 1/4", 16 mm equivalent, 112°, EIS. Front: 1/3.09", fixed focus, 1080p at 30 fps. Stabilised (EIS/OIS) video is listed at 1080p 60 fps.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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

13R6.78-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 2780 × 1264; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
13R

450 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology on the UK specification page.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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

13RSecurity updates until 7 January 2031
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
13R

End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade count.

OnePlus UK product security update period
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.

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Battery and charging

13R6000 mAh (typical); 80 W wired
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapter
Sources
13R

Typical 6000 mAh (23.58 Wh); rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). OnePlus claims 1–50% in 20 minutes with Smart Rapid Charging Mode. No wireless charging is listed. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.

Ingress protection

In Visual facts
13RIP65
Galaxy S26 UltraIP68
Sources
13R

Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. Liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotes
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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.

Small physical differences (4)
Configuration & compatibility details (2)

RAM and storage configuration

13R12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
13R

The only UK configuration listed. Usable storage is lower after system files.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13R store configuration
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

13RUK model; dual nano-SIM; 5G
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
13R

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 NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n77/n78. The UK specification does not list eSIM. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2647, 12 GB + 256 GB Nebula Noir, SKU 5011111059); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus US OnePlus 13R store configurations
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 (60)

Front 4K recording maximum

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
13R

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.

Wired charging power

13R80 W
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

OnePlus lists 80W SUPERVOOC™ charging; its 1–50% in 20 minutes claim is stated On Smart Rapid Charging Mode.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications
Galaxy S26 Ultra

60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

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

Time to 50% wired charge

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

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

Declared high-brightness mode

13R1600 nits
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.

Physical RAM type

13RLPDDR5X
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.

Expandable storage

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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.

Published support term

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
13R

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

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

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

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

Minimum promised Android OS upgrades

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7
Sources
13R

OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotes
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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
13R

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.

USB connector and data transfer

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraUSB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
13R

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.

Alert Slider

13RYes
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

Listed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.

APV 8K maximum

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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.

UK rated battery capacity

13R5860 mAh
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Published wired charge test duration

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
13R

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.

Manufacturer charging claim

13R1–50% in 20 minutes
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

Manufacturer claim with Smart Rapid Charging Mode; the page does not state the full test environment. Actual results vary.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotes
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Published CPU clock groups

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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.

External USB video recording

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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.

Fingerprint sensor

13RIn-display optical
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.

Declared HDR playback formats

13RDolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
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.

Headphone jack

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
13R

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.

NFC

13RYes
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Published operating system

13ROxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

Operating system at launch as listed.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.

Dedicated optical telephoto reach

13R2×
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.

Pixel density

13R450 ppi
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.

Pixel density

13R450 ppi
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

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

Built-in Privacy Display

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.

Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables

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

Published security update end date

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
13R

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.

Published security update end date

13R2031-01-07
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.

OnePlus UK product security update period
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Sensors

13RProximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · E-compass · Accelerometer · Gyroscope · In-display optical fingerprint sensor · Hall Sensor · Infrared remote control
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

Complete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R 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.

Stereo support

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
13R

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

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

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.

USB connection

13RUSB 2.0 Type-C
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.

Wireless charging

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
13R

OnePlus's UK specification lists only 80 W SUPERVOOC wired charging; wireless charging is not mentioned, so it is kept unknown rather than assumed absent.

OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specifications
Galaxy S26 Ultra

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

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 wireless charging maximum

13RNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
13R

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.

7 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs92 specifications13RGalaxy S26 Ultra
WeightDiffers
Sources
206g
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
75.77mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.02mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
161.72 × 75.77 × 8.02 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
161.72 mm
163.6 mmLabelled height.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Nebula Noir
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slabSingle-screen bar phone; no folding display is listed.
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
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
6.78″
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
4500 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
2600 nits
Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
450 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.78-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 2780 × 1264; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak450 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology on the UK specification page.
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
2780 × 1264
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
450 ppi
Not verified
Declared high-brightness mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1600 nits
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
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
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
4
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedRear recording is listed up to 4K 60 fps; 8K is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 2x optical (f/2.0); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 4K 60 fpsMain: Sony LYT-700, 1/1.56", 24 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 47 mm equivalent, EIS, autofocus (no OIS listed). Ultra-wide: 1/4", 16 mm equivalent, 112°, EIS. Front: 1/3.09", fixed focus, 1080p at 30 fps. Stabilised (EIS/OIS) video is listed at 1080p 60 fps.
200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
16 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
2×
Not verified
Main-camera aperture controlDiffers
Sources
1.8 f-numberMain (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesAutofocus is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras; not stated for the ultra-wide.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOIS is listed only for the wide camera; the telephoto and ultra-wide list EIS.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesListed under the Wide Camera (Sony LYT-700).
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
Sources
No
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fps
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
10×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
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 verifiedOnePlus's UK specification lists only 80 W SUPERVOOC wired charging; wireless charging is not mentioned, so it is kept unknown rather than assumed absent.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
6000 mAh (typical); 80 W wiredTypical 6000 mAh (23.58 Wh); rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). OnePlus claims 1–50% in 20 minutes with Smart Rapid Charging Mode. No wireless charging is listed. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
5000 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 75% charge in around 30 minutes with a 60 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
Sources
6000 mAhTypical capacity; rated 5860 mAh (23.03 Wh). Not a measured runtime.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
UK rated battery capacity
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
5860 mAh
Not verified
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
80 WOnePlus lists 80W SUPERVOOC™ charging; its 1–50% in 20 minutes claim is stated On Smart Rapid Charging Mode.
Not verified60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Manufacturer charging claim
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1–50% in 20 minutesManufacturer claim with Smart Rapid Charging Mode; the page does not state the full test environment. Actual results vary.
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
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
Not verified
4855 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
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
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
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
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
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 13R 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
Sources
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the 13R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Launch operating system
Sources
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
S Pen support
Sources
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3Qualcomm Kryo CPU up to 3.3 GHz; Adreno 750 GPU.
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 LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storageThe only UK configuration listed. 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
Sources
UK model; dual nano-SIM; 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 NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n77/n78. The UK specification does not list eSIM. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2647, 12 GB + 256 GB Nebula Noir, SKU 5011111059); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
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
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
Sources
IP65Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. 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)
Sources
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Published operating system
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15Operating system at launch as listed.
Not verified
Physical RAM type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
LPDDR5X
Not verified
Storage technology
Sources
UFS 4.0
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Wi-FiDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 (also 6E, 6, 5); 2×2 MIMO
Wi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
BluetoothDiffers
Sources
5.4Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC 5.0.
6.0Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
USB connection
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
USB 2.0 Type-C
Not verified
Fingerprint sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
In-display optical
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · E-compass · Accelerometer · Gyroscope · In-display optical fingerprint sensor · Hall Sensor · Infrared remote controlComplete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
Not verified
Alert Slider
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
YesListed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
Not verified
Declared HDR playback formats
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Not verified
Published security update end date
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo 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 S26 UltraNo source recorded
5011111049
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
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
13RNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Not verified
4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
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
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
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
APV video capture
Sources
Not verified
YesExplicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.
APV 8K maximum
Sources
Not verified
30 fpsSource APV maximum is up to8K30, kept separate from generic rear recording and external-storage requirements.
Log recording
Sources
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
Not verified
YesAPV article explicitly provides Save to External Storage instructions; compatible USB media and mode requirements still apply.
Show unverified (6)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
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
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
US model distinction
Sources
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
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
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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OnePlus 13R

256 GB · checked 27 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight206 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Width75.77 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.02 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.78 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness4,500 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

OnePlus
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

OnePlus
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingIP65Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Protected against low-pressure water jets; no protection against salt water or other liquids. Liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.

OnePlus
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Pixel density450 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.

OnePlus
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

OnePlus
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
  1. OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R specificationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
  2. OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R store configurationOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
  3. OnePlus UK OnePlus 13R feature page and footnotesOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
  4. OnePlus UK product security update periodOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
  5. OnePlus US OnePlus 13R store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 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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