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OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

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

Reno13 Pro 5G

6.83″ · AMOLED · 120 Hz · MediaTek Dimensity 8350

512 GB · 12 GB RAM · Plume Purple · UK CPH2697Full product profile
OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G in Plume Purple, official product viewPlume Purple
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE

Typical battery capacity
Reno13 Pro 5G: 5,800 mAh vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5,000 mAh
Bluetooth
Reno13 Pro 5G: Bluetooth 5.4, Low Energy vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: 6.0
Display resolution
Reno13 Pro 5G: 2800 × 1272 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: 3120 × 1440
Front camera
Reno13 Pro 5G: 50 MP, f/2.0, FOV 90°, 5P lens, AF vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: 12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Reno13 Pro 5G first, Galaxy S26 Ultra second. Different is not better: see every verified difference below.
See the 15 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: Reno13 Pro 5G 512 GB, Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models. Compare both at 512 GB.

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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.

Reno13 Pro 5GMediaTek Dimensity 8350
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

0.07″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

Reno13 Pro 5G
6.83″
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.

Reno13 Pro 5G
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.

Reno13 Pro 5G
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 ↓

15 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
Reno13 Pro 5G5800 mAh
Galaxy S26 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

Typical UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GMain: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP, 3.5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 50 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S26 Ultra200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

Module details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 84°, 6P lens, AF, OIS; Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2, FOV 116°, 5P lens, AF; Telephoto: 50 MP, 3.5× optical zoom, f/2.8, 1G3P lens, AF, OIS; Front: 50 MP, f/2.0, FOV 90°, 5P lens, AF

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G product features, images and claim conditions
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

Reno13 Pro 5G6.83-inch AMOLED; 2800 × 1272; up to 120 Hz; 1200 nits (HBM)
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

Details: 6.83-inch flexible AMOLED, 2800 × 1272 (FHD+), 450 ppi, 93.8% screen ratio; up to 120 Hz (60/90/120 Hz); touch sampling up to 240 Hz (120 Hz default); 100% DCI-P3 in Natural, Expert and Vivid modes; 1.07 billion colours; 600 nits typical (normal) and 1200 nits typical (HBM); Corning Gorilla Glass 7i cover glass

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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.

Software update policy

Reno13 Pro 5GNot published
Galaxy S26 UltraSeven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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.

Wi-Fi

Reno13 Pro 5GWi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n; 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands; 160 MHz channels at 5 GHz; 2×2 MIMO; Wi-Fi Display and tethering
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Wi-Fi 7 requires a compatible router and suitable network conditions; no measured throughput is implied.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Battery and charging

Reno13 Pro 5G5800 mAh; 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
Reno13 Pro 5G

Details: 5800 mAh / 22.74 Wh typical (5640 mAh / 22.11 Wh rated); fast-charge protocols: SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0 and PD 2.0 (9 V/1.5 A).

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G product features, images and claim conditions
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
Reno13 Pro 5GIP66 / IP68 / IP69
Galaxy S26 UltraIP68
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G 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.

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

Reno13 Pro 5G12 GB RAM (LPDDR5X); 512 GB storage (UFS 3.1)
Galaxy S26 Ultra12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

Details: 12 GB physical RAM; 512 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR5X @ 4266 MHz (4 × 16-bit). Storage type: UFS 3.1.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GUK model CPH2697; dual SIM (Nano-SIM / Nano-USIM); 5G
Galaxy S26 UltraUK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD bands 34/38/39/40/41; 5G NR bands n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n66/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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 (97)

Main-camera aperture control

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraFixed f/1.4
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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.

Front Camera - OIS

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

The front camera has autofocus and front video lists electronic stabilisation (EIS). The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra31 hours
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5G80 W
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

80W SUPERVOOC Flash Charge per the OPPO UK product page, which defines 80W as the charger's output power and says actual output may vary. The UK spec lists the protocols (SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0, PD2.0 9V/1.5A) without a wattage. Compatible charger and cable required.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G product features, images and claim conditions
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7 years
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra7
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAndroid 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraUSB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit Ultra support, not a cross-platform review score or a claim all cameras/modes support every format.

Samsung APV capture, Log/HDR and external recording — Galaxy S26 Ultra

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

Bluetooth version

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra6.0
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.

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

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

UK box contents

Reno13 Pro 5GPhone, USB data cable, SIM ejector tool, quick guide, safety guide
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 minutes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra75%
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHz
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra8
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.

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

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

Dual eSIM support

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.

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

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

eSIM support

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

OPPO lists Nano-SIM and Nano-USIM cards and does not mention eSIM.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraAPV Log
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra1200 cycles
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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.

Built-in Privacy Display

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra4855 mAh
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra30 fps
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNo
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 Ultra2033-02-28
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5G5800 mAh / 22.74 Wh (typical); 5640 mAh / 22.11 Wh (rated)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GProtocols supported: SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0 and PD 2.0 (9 V/1.5 A)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GWide angle: 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 84°, 6P lens, AF, OIS; Ultra-wide angle: 8 MP, f/2.2, FOV 116°, 5P lens, AF; Telephoto: 50 MP, f/2.8, 1G3P lens, AF, OIS
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

Reno13 Pro 5GRear: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, Slo-mo, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Sticker, HI-RES, Google Lens, Doc Scanner, Underwater; Front: Video, Photo, Portrait, Night, HI-RES, Panorama, Time-lapse, Dual-view video, Sticker
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

Reno13 Pro 5G2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; 3G WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; 4G LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; 4G LTE TDD: bands 34/38/39/40/41; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n66/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Cellular Network — SIM Card Type

Reno13 Pro 5GNano-SIM card, Nano-USIM 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.

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec

Reno13 Pro 5GSBC, AAC, aptX HD, LDAC and LHDC 5.0
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.

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version

Reno13 Pro 5GBluetooth 5.4, 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

Reno13 Pro 5GType-C (digital headphones only; analogue headphones not supported)
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Connectivity — WLAN

Reno13 Pro 5GWi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, 5G, 5.1G, 5.4G, 5.8G and 6G; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 20M/40M; Wi-Fi 5 GHz 20M/40M/80M/160M; 2 × 2 MIMO
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNormal: 600 nits (typical global default maximum); HBM: 1200 nits (typical global excitation maximum)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNatural mode: 100% DCI-P3; Expert mode: 100% DCI-P3; Vivid mode: 100% DCI-P3
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Display — Touch Sampling Rate

Reno13 Pro 5GMaximum 240 Hz; default 120 Hz
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

Reno13 Pro 5GPhone ×1; USB data cable ×1; SIM ejector tool ×1; quick guide ×1; safety guide ×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

Reno13 Pro 5GSingle 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

Reno13 Pro 5GSupports 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.

Sensors — Sensors

Reno13 Pro 5GProximity, ambient light, colour temperature, e-compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, in-display optical fingerprint sensor, infrared remote control
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

Reno13 Pro 5G4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (with Retouch on), 720p at 30 fps; EIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (with Retouch on), 720p at 30 fps; video zoom: supported; dual-view video: supported
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 Ultra

No source recorded for this side.

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

Video — Rear

Reno13 Pro 5G4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; video zoom: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 720p at 240 fps, 1080p at 120 fps; time-lapse: 1080p at 30 fps; dual-view video: 1080p at 30 fps
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraVapour chamber with thermal interface material along the processor sides
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraYes
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

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

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

OPPO does not publish a wireless charging power for this model.

OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)
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

Reno13 Pro 5GNot verified
Galaxy S26 UltraNot verified
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5G

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.

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

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

8 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs128 specificationsReno13 Pro 5GGalaxy S26 Ultra
WeightDiffers
Sources
195g
Approximate manufacturer value for the selected colour, including battery.
214g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
76.55mm
78.1mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.55mm
7.9mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
162.73 × 76.55 × 7.55 mm (height × width × thickness), Plume Purple
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
Plume Purple
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
HeightDiffers
Sources
162.73 mm
163.6 mmLabelled height.
Size and Weight — Height
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 162.73 mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Width
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 76.55 mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Thickness
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 7.55 mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Weight
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
about 195 g
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
6.83″
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 · The manufacturer publishes typical and high-brightness-mode figures only, not an HDR peak.
2600 nitsManufacturer-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
Maximum display refresh rate · Switches between 60, 90 and 120 Hz; the active rate depends on content and the selected mode.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.83-inch AMOLED; 2800 × 1272; up to 120 Hz; 1200 nits (HBM)Details: 6.83-inch flexible AMOLED, 2800 × 1272 (FHD+), 450 ppi, 93.8% screen ratio; up to 120 Hz (60/90/120 Hz); touch sampling up to 240 Hz (120 Hz default); 100% DCI-P3 in Natural, Expert and Vivid modes; 1.07 billion colours; 600 nits typical (normal) and 1200 nits typical (HBM); Corning Gorilla Glass 7i cover glass
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
2800 × 1272
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
450 ppi
Not verified
Display — Size
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
6.83"
Not verified
Display — Screen Ratio
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
93.8%
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
FHD+ 2800 × 1272 pixels
Not verified
Display — Refresh Rate
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Maximum 120 Hz (60/90/120 Hz)
Not verified
Display — Touch Sampling Rate
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Maximum 240 Hz; default 120 Hz
Not verified
Display — Colour Gamut
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Natural mode: 100% DCI-P3; Expert mode: 100% DCI-P3; Vivid mode: 100% DCI-P3
Not verified
Display — Colour Depth
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
1.07 billion colours
Not verified
Display — Pixel Density
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
450 PPI
Not verified
Display — Brightness
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Normal: 600 nits (typical global default maximum); HBM: 1200 nits (typical global excitation maximum)
Not verified
Display — Panel
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
AMOLED (Flexible)
Not verified
Display — Cover Glasses
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
5×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
3
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 verifiedOPPO UK lists rear recording up to 4K 60fps and does not mention 8K; no exclusion is stated, so 8K support remains unknown.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP, 3.5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 50 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fpsModule details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 84°, 6P lens, AF, OIS; Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2, FOV 116°, 5P lens, AF; Telephoto: 50 MP, 3.5× optical zoom, f/2.8, 1G3P lens, AF, OIS; Front: 50 MP, f/2.0, FOV 90°, 5P lens, AF
200 MP main · 50 MP ultra-wide · 50 MP 5× telephoto · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
50 MP, f/2.0, FOV 90°, 5P lens, AF
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: 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 84°, 6P lens, AF, OIS; Ultra-wide angle: 8 MP, f/2.2, FOV 116°, 5P lens, AF; Telephoto: 50 MP, f/2.8, 1G3P lens, AF, OIS
Not verified
Camera — Front
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
50 MP, f/2.0, FOV 90°, 5P lens, AF
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, Google Lens, Doc Scanner, Underwater; Front: Video, Photo, Portrait, Night, HI-RES, Panorama, Time-lapse, Dual-view video, Sticker
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesAF is listed for the wide, ultra-wide and telephoto cameras.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOIS is listed for the 50 MP wide and 50 MP telephoto cameras only.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
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
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.4Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
31 hoursPublished local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Sources
Not 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
5800 mAh; 80 W wiredDetails: 5800 mAh / 22.74 Wh typical (5640 mAh / 22.11 Wh rated); fast-charge protocols: SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0 and PD 2.0 (9 V/1.5 A).
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
5800 mAhTypical UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.
5000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
80 W80W SUPERVOOC Flash Charge per the OPPO UK product page, which defines 80W as the charger's output power and says actual output may vary. The UK spec lists the protocols (SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0, PD2.0 9V/1.5A) without a wattage. Compatible charger and cable required.
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
5800 mAh / 22.74 Wh (typical); 5640 mAh / 22.11 Wh (rated)
Not verified
Battery — Fast Charge
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Protocols supported: SUPERVOOC 2.0, SUPERVOOC, VOOC 3.0 and PD 2.0 (9 V/1.5 A)
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
4855 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
75%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 60 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
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
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
S Pen support
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU display table explicitly says S Pen Support Yes. No remote/Bluetooth feature is inferred.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
MediaTek Dimensity 8350
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyUK Ultra launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy; it is not the Exynos chip in the UK base/Plus.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
12 GB RAM (LPDDR5X); 512 GB storage (UFS 3.1)Details: 12 GB physical RAM; 512 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR5X @ 4266 MHz (4 × 16-bit). Storage type: UFS 3.1.
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 CPH2697; dual SIM (Nano-SIM / Nano-USIM); 5GBands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD bands 34/38/39/40/41; 5G NR bands n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n66/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S948BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacityConfiguration
Sources
512 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
AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
Sources
IP66 / IP68 / IP69Conditional 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 5.4, 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 6E, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n; 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands; 160 MHz channels at 5 GHz; 2×2 MIMO; Wi-Fi Display and 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 storage
Sources
Not verifiedOPPO's UK specification has no storage-card row for this model, so card support is unknown rather than absent.
NoSamsung's UK comparison table marks Micro SD as N/A.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
NoNo 3.5 mm jack: OPPO lists USB-C audio only and says analogue headphones are not supported (digital USB-C headphones only).
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
12 GB + 512 GB
Not verified
Storage — RAM Type
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
LPDDR5X @ 4266 MHz, 4 × 16-bit
Not verified
Storage — ROM Specifications
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
UFS 3.1
Not verified
Storage — USB OTG
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Video — Rear
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; video zoom: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 720p at 240 fps, 1080p at 120 fps; time-lapse: 1080p at 30 fps; dual-view video: 1080p at 30 fps
Not verified
Video — Front
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (with Retouch on), 720p at 30 fps; EIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (with Retouch on), 720p at 30 fps; video zoom: supported; dual-view video: supported
Not verified
Chips — SoC
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
MediaTek Dimensity 8350
Not verified
Chips — CPU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
8 cores
Not verified
Chips — GPU
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Arm G615-MC6, 1303 MHz
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, ambient light, colour temperature, e-compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, in-display optical fingerprint sensor, infrared remote control
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, Nano-USIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — Frequency Band
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; 3G WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; 4G LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; 4G LTE TDD: bands 34/38/39/40/41; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n66/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78
Not verified
Connectivity — WLAN
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, 5G, 5.1G, 5.4G, 5.8G and 6G; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 20M/40M; Wi-Fi 5 GHz 20M/40M/80M/160M; 2 × 2 MIMO
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Bluetooth 5.4, Low Energy
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
SBC, AAC, aptX HD, LDAC and LHDC 5.0
Not verified
Connectivity — USB Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Type-C
Not verified
Connectivity — Earphone Jack
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Type-C (digital headphones only; analogue headphones not supported)
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-GNSS assisted positioning/WLAN positioning/cellular network positioning
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Phone ×1; USB data cable ×1; SIM ejector tool ×1; quick guide ×1; safety guide ×1
Not verified
Published CPU core count
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
4.74 GHz · 3.6 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wireless connectivity
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWBExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Bluetooth version
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
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 does not publish a wireless charging power for this model.
Not verified
eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy S26 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedOPPO lists Nano-SIM and Nano-USIM cards and does not mention eSIM.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe front camera has autofocus and front video lists electronic stabilisation (EIS). The 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
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
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
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Reno13 Pro 5GNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G

512 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight195 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Approximate manufacturer value for the selected colour, including battery.

OPPO
Width76.55 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Thickness7.55 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Display size6.83 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

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

OPPO
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

OPPO
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 jackNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

No 3.5 mm jack: OPPO lists USB-C audio only and says analogue headphones are not supported (digital USB-C headphones only).

OPPO
Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

OPPO
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.

OPPO
IP ratingIP66 / IP68 / IP69Manufacturer claim · high confidence

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

OPPO
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Pixel density450 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Switches between 60, 90 and 120 Hz; the active rate depends on content and the selected mode.

OPPO
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer 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 sources2
  1. OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G complete technical specifications (CPH2697)OPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. OPPO UK Reno13 Pro 5G product features, images and claim conditionsOPPO · 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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