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OPPO A5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

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

A5

6.67″ · LCD · 90 Hz · Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1

128 GB · 4 GB RAM · Mist White · UK CPH2727Full product profile
OPPO A5 in Mist White, official product viewMist White
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the A5 if…

Choose the Galaxy S26 Ultra if…

Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 19 verified differences
Samsung

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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Listed configurations: A5 128 GB, Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

Galaxy S26 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
A5

21 g lighter.

Published device weight, without a case.

A5
193g
Galaxy S26 Ultra
214g

Schematic balance · not a physical simulation

Galaxy S26 Ultra

0.23″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

A5
6.67″
Galaxy S26 Ultra
6.9″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

A5
Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra
5×

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

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

A5
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 ↓

19 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

Typical battery capacity

In Visual facts
A56000 mAh
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
A5

Typical UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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

A5Main: 50 MP (f/1.8); Monochrome: 2 MP; Front: 5 MP; Video: up to 1080p 30 fps
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
A5

Module details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF; Monochrome: 2 MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens; Front: 5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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

A56.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720; up to 90 Hz; 1000 nits (HBM)
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
A5

Details: 6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720 pixels; 264 ppi; up to 90 Hz refresh (60/90 Hz); touch sampling up to 180 Hz (default 120 Hz); 16.7 million colours (8-bit); Vivid mode 83% DCI-P3, Natural mode 71% sRGB; 850 nits typical, 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode (HBM); 89.9% screen ratio

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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.

Maximum display refresh rate

A590 Hz
Galaxy S26 Ultra120 Hz
Sources
A5

OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.

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.

Show 13 more verified differences

Software update policy

A5Not published
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
A5

OPPO's UK pages state no software-update period or Android upgrade count for this model; it launches with ColorOS 15.0.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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.

Battery and charging

A56000 mAh; 45 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
A5

Details: 6000 mAh / 23.52 Wh typical (5860 mAh / 22.98 Wh rated); wired charging: 45 W SUPERVOOC, 15 W VOOC, 33 W PPS, 13.5 W PD

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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.

Manufacturer ingress-protection claims

In Visual facts
A5IP65
Galaxy S26 UltraIP68
Sources
A5

Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.

OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditions
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.

Weight

A5193 g
Galaxy S26 Ultra214 g
Sources
A5

Approximate ('about') manufacturer value for the model, including battery. OPPO notes that size and weight may vary by configuration, manufacturing process and measurement; no colour-specific weight is published.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.

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

A 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.

Small physical differences (3)
Configuration & compatibility details (3)

RAM and storage configuration

A54 GB RAM (LPDDR4X); 128 GB storage (UFS 2.1)
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
A5

Details: 4 GB physical RAM; 128 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR4X. Storage type: UFS 2.1.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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

A5UK model CPH2727; dual SIM (Nano-SIM); 4G
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
A5

Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/5/8; LTE FDD bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD bands 38/40/41. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK. No 5G bands are listed.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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 (99)

Main-camera aperture control

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraFixed f/1.4
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.

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

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

Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.

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

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

Front 4K recording maximum

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

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.

Main camera optical stabilisation

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.

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

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

Claimed video playback

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
A5

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.

Maximum published wired charging power

A545 W
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

Compatible charger and cable required; negotiated power depends on protocol and conditions.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

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.

Storage technology

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.

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

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

Wireless connectivity

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
A5

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.

Promised OS version upgrades

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.

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

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

Launch operating system

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraUSB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.

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

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

APV 8K maximum

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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 box contents

A5Phone, USB data cable, SIM ejector tool, quick guide, safety guide
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

One of each. No charger is listed; OPPO notes contents may vary by market.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.

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

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

Published CPU clock groups

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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.

Drop and impact durability testing

A5Multi-angle drop and high-intensity impact tests based on MIL-STD 810H methodologies; SGS certification
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

Manufacturer-described lab testing under controlled conditions. OPPO states it does not guarantee damage-proof performance; not an independent drop test.

OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditions
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.

eSIM support

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO lists a Nano-SIM card only and does not mention eSIM.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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.

External USB video recording

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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.

Log recording

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
A5

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.

Launch software listed by manufacturer

A5ColorOS 15.0
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Comparable HDR peak brightness

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2600 nits
Sources
A5

OPPO publishes no HDR peak-brightness figure. Its specification gives 850 nits typical and 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode, which are not HDR peak measurements.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.

Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series

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

Pixel density

A5264 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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
A5

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.

Reverse wireless charging

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
A5

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.

Battery — Battery

A55860mAh/22.98Wh (Rated); 6000mAh/23.52Wh (Typical)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Battery — Fast Charge

A545W SUPERVOOC, 15W VOOC, 33W PPS, 13.5W PD
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.

Biometrics — Facial Recognition

A5Supported
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.

Camera — Front

A55MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
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.

Camera — Rear

A5Wide angle: 50MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF supported; Monochrome: 2MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens
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.

Camera — Shooting Mode

A5Rear: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, SLO-MO, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, HI-RES, Hypertext, Google Lens; Front: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, Retouch, Screen Fill Light, HI-RES
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Cellular Network — Frequency Band

A5GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz; WCDMA: Band 1/5/8; LTE FDD: Band 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD: Band 38/40/41
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Cellular Network — SIM Card Type

A5Nano-SIM card
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Chips — SoC

A5Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec

A5SBC, AAC, aptX
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version

A5Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Connectivity — Earphone Jack

A53.5mm jack
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Connectivity — USB Interface

A5USB 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.

Connectivity — WLAN

A5Wi-Fi 2.4G, Wi-Fi 5G, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, WLAN 5G, WLAN Display, WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 40M; Wi-Fi 5GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 80M; 1 x 1 SISO
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Brightness

A5Normal brightness: 850 nits (Typical); HBM: 1000 nits (Typical)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Colour Depth

A516.7 million colours (8-bit)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Colour Gamut

A5Vivid mode: 83% DCI-P3; Natural mode: 71% sRGB
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Refresh Rate

A5Maximum: 90Hz (60/90Hz)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Resolution

A5720 x 1604 Pixels
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Touch Sampling Rate

A5Maximum: 180Hz; Default: 120Hz
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

In the Box — In the Box

A5Phone x 1; USB Data Cable x 1; SIM Ejector Tool x 1; Safety Guide x 1; Quick Guide x 1
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.

Location Technology — GNSS

A5Single band: Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
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.

Location Technology — Others

A5Supports A-GPS assisted positioning, wireless LAN positioning, cellular network positioning; Supports A-GNSS assisted positioning, WLAN positioning, cellular network positioning
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Operating System — Operating System

A5ColorOS 15.0
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Sensors — Sensors

A5Proximity sensor; Accelerometer; Side fingerprint sensor; Geomagnetic induction
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.

Size and Weight — Height

A5about 165.71mm
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.

Size and Weight — Thickness

A5about 7.99mm
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.

Size and Weight — Width

A5about 76.24mm
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.

Storage — Phone Storage Card

A5Supported
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.

Storage — RAM and ROM Capacities

A54GB + 128GB
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.

Storage — ROM Specifications

A5UFS 2.1
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.

Video — Front

A5Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support Dual-view video shooting
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Video — Rear

A5Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support video zoom shooting; SLO-MO: 720P 120fps; Time-Lapse: 1080P 30fps
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Stereo support

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
A5

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

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

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.

Wireless charging

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
A5

OPPO's specification lists wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown rather than assumed absent.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
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.

Maximum published wireless charging power

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO states no wireless charging power for this model.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Published wireless charging maximum

A5Not verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
A5

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.

3 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs130 specificationsA5Galaxy S26 Ultra
WeightDiffers
Sources
193g
Approximate ('about') manufacturer value for the model, including battery. OPPO notes that size and weight may vary by configuration, manufacturing process and measurement; no colour-specific weight is published.
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
76.24mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.99mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
165.71 × 76.24 × 7.99 mm (height × width × thickness), Mist White
163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Mist White
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
HeightDiffers
Sources
165.71 mm
163.6 mmLabelled height.
Size and Weight — Height
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 165.71mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Width
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 76.24mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Thickness
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 7.99mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Weight
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 193g
Not verified
Thermal design
Sources
Not verified
Vapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sidesPublished construction, not a measured temperature or sustained-performance advantage.
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.67″
Screen diagonal · Measured as a rectangle; rounded corners reduce the usable screen area.
6.9″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Not verifiedComparable HDR peak brightness · OPPO publishes no HDR peak-brightness figure. Its specification gives 850 nits typical and 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode, which are not HDR peak measurements.
2600 nitsManufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
264 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rateDiffers
Sources
90Hz
Maximum display refresh rate · OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720; up to 90 Hz; 1000 nits (HBM)Details: 6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720 pixels; 264 ppi; up to 90 Hz refresh (60/90 Hz); touch sampling up to 180 Hz (default 120 Hz); 16.7 million colours (8-bit); Vivid mode 83% DCI-P3, Natural mode 71% sRGB; 850 nits typical, 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode (HBM); 89.9% screen ratio
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
1604 × 720
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
264 ppi
Not verified
Display — Size
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
6.67"
Not verified
Display — Screen Ratio
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
89.9%
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
720 x 1604 Pixels
Not verified
Display — Refresh Rate
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Maximum: 90Hz (60/90Hz)
Not verified
Display — Touch Sampling Rate
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Maximum: 180Hz; Default: 120Hz
Not verified
Display — Colour Gamut
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Vivid mode: 83% DCI-P3; Natural mode: 71% sRGB
Not verified
Display — Colour Depth
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
16.7 million colours (8-bit)
Not verified
Display — Pixel Density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
264 PPI
Not verified
Display — Brightness
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Normal brightness: 850 nits (Typical); HBM: 1000 nits (Typical)
Not verified
Display — Panel
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
LCD
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
2
Counts every rear camera module OPPO lists, including any monochrome or depth module.
4
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedRear video is listed up to 1080p 30 fps; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8); Monochrome: 2 MP; Front: 5 MP; Video: up to 1080p 30 fpsModule details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF; Monochrome: 2 MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens; Front: 5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
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
5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Camera — Rear
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Wide angle: 50MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF supported; Monochrome: 2MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens
Not verified
Camera — Front
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
5MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
Not verified
Camera — Shooting Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Rear: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, SLO-MO, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, HI-RES, Hypertext, Google Lens; Front: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, Retouch, Screen Fill Light, HI-RES
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesAutofocus is stated for the rear main (wide) camera; the 2MP monochrome module lists no AF.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe main camera has autofocus. The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have optical stabilisation.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe front camera row lists resolution, aperture, FOV and lens elements only; autofocus is neither stated nor excluded.
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
10×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Not verified
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
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 verifiedOPPO's specification lists wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown rather than assumed absent.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
6000 mAh; 45 W wiredDetails: 6000 mAh / 23.52 Wh typical (5860 mAh / 22.98 Wh rated); wired charging: 45 W SUPERVOOC, 15 W VOOC, 33 W PPS, 13.5 W PD
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 UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
45 WCompatible charger and cable required; negotiated power depends on protocol and conditions.
Not verified60 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Battery — Battery
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
5860mAh/22.98Wh (Rated); 6000mAh/23.52Wh (Typical)
Not verified
Battery — Fast Charge
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
45W SUPERVOOC, 15W VOOC, 33W PPS, 13.5W PD
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
Not publishedOPPO's UK pages state no software-update period or Android upgrade count for this model; it launches with ColorOS 15.0.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Launch operating system
Sources
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
S Pen support
Sources
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1
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
4 GB RAM (LPDDR4X); 128 GB storage (UFS 2.1)Details: 4 GB physical RAM; 128 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR4X. Storage type: UFS 2.1.
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 CPH2727; dual SIM (Nano-SIM); 4GBands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/5/8; LTE FDD bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD bands 38/40/41. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK. No 5G bands are listed.
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 capacityConfiguration
Sources
128 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacityDiffers
Sources
4 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
LCD
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
Sources
IP65Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
Sources
NoThe UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
ColorOS 15.0
Not verified
BluetoothDiffers
Sources
Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
6.0Galaxy S26 Ultra specification, not the adjacent S26 or S26+ columns. Version alone does not establish every optional profile.
Wi-FiDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n; 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz) and 5 GHz (20/40/80 MHz); 1 × 1 SISO; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering
Wi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
UK box contents
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Phone, USB data cable, SIM ejector tool, quick guide, safety guideOne of each. No charger is listed; OPPO notes contents may vary by market.
Not verified
Expandable storageDiffers
Sources
Yes
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
3.5 mm headphone jackDiffers
Sources
YesOPPO lists a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Storage — RAM and ROM Capacities
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
4GB + 128GB
Not verified
Storage — RAM Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
LPDDR4X
Not verified
Storage — ROM Specifications
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
UFS 2.1
Not verified
Storage — Phone Storage Card
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Storage — USB OTG
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Video — Rear
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support video zoom shooting; SLO-MO: 720P 120fps; Time-Lapse: 1080P 30fps
Not verified
Video — Front
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support Dual-view video shooting
Not verified
Chips — SoC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Not verified
Chips — CPU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
8 cores
Not verified
Chips — GPU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Adreno 610@1050MHz
Not verified
Biometrics — Fingerprint
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Biometrics — Facial Recognition
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Sensors — Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Proximity sensor; Accelerometer; Side fingerprint sensor; Geomagnetic induction
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM 2
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Nano-SIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — Frequency Band
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz; WCDMA: Band 1/5/8; LTE FDD: Band 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD: Band 38/40/41
Not verified
Connectivity — WLAN
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 2.4G, Wi-Fi 5G, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, WLAN 5G, WLAN Display, WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 40M; Wi-Fi 5GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 80M; 1 x 1 SISO
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
SBC, AAC, aptX
Not verified
Connectivity — USB Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
USB Type-C
Not verified
Connectivity — Earphone Jack
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
3.5mm jack
Not verified
Connectivity — NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Operating System — Operating System
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
ColorOS 15.0
Not verified
Location Technology — GNSS
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Single band: Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
Not verified
Location Technology — Others
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supports A-GPS assisted positioning, wireless LAN positioning, cellular network positioning; Supports A-GNSS assisted positioning, WLAN positioning, cellular network positioning
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Phone x 1; USB Data Cable x 1; SIM Ejector Tool x 1; Safety Guide x 1; Quick Guide x 1
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
5011100448
Not verified
Drop and impact durability testing
Sources
Multi-angle drop and high-intensity impact tests based on MIL-STD 810H methodologies; SGS certificationManufacturer-described lab testing under controlled conditions. OPPO states it does not guarantee damage-proof performance; not an independent drop test.
Not verified
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 (11)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Maximum published wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedOPPO states no wireless charging power for this model.
Not verified
eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedOPPO lists a Nano-SIM card only and does not mention eSIM.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
RAM technology
Sources
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
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.
Main camera optical stabilisation
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Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
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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
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Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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OPPO A5

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight193 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Approximate ('about') manufacturer value for the model, including battery. OPPO notes that size and weight may vary by configuration, manufacturing process and measurement; no colour-specific weight is published.

OPPO
Width76.24 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Thickness7.99 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Display size6.67 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Measured as a rectangle; rounded corners reduce the usable screen area.

OPPO
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

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Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

OPPO
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

OPPO lists a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

OPPO
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.

OPPO
IP ratingIP65Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.

OPPO
RAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Pixel density264 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.

OPPO
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Counts every rear camera module OPPO lists, including any monochrome or depth module.

OPPO
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

OPPO
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
  1. OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)OPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditionsOPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. OPPO UK A5 selected colour, memory and official product galleryOPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight214 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.

Samsung
Width78.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.

Samsung
Thickness7.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.

Samsung
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
Peak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Manufacturer-published peak, not an independent measurement.

Samsung UK
Claimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
Reverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
Headphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence

Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.

Samsung
Expandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung UK
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit physical Nano-SIM support.

Samsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.

Samsung
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.

SamsungSamsung
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

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

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

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

SamsungSamsung
Rear camera modules4Manufacturer claim · high confidence

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

Samsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.

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