Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26
6.3 inches. Just 167 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Sky Blue · UK SM-S942BLBGEUBFull product profile
Sky Blue YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Sky Blue
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Galaxy S26 if…
- you want a lighter phone: 167 g vs 190 g Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.7 vs 75.8 mm Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.3″ screen Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26+ if…
- you want a larger battery: 4,900 vs 4,300 mAh Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.7″ screen Source: Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26+
A 6.7-inch screen, without the Ultra size.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Cobalt Violet · UK SM-S947BZVDEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Published local-video playback
Manufacturer video-playback claims use stated test conditions; they are not measured everyday battery life.
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
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+
0.4″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Galaxy S26
- 6.3″
- Galaxy S26+
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
11 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.
Published local-video playback
In Visual factsGalaxy S2630 hours
Galaxy S26+31 hours
Sources
Galaxy S26
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsGalaxy S264300 mAh
Galaxy S26+4900 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S26
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCapacity, 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.
Wireless connectivity
Galaxy S26Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Galaxy S26+Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBThe named Wi-Fi or Bluetooth generations differ. Other radios named by only one source remain unverified on the other; omission from a positive inventory is not absence. Check the exact regional model and compatible equipment.
Bluetooth version
Galaxy S265.4
Galaxy S26+6.0
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Published wired charge endpoint
Galaxy S2655%
Galaxy S26+69%
Sources
Galaxy S26
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S26+
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Display resolution
Galaxy S262340 × 1080
Galaxy S26+3120 × 1440
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 5 more verified differences
Rated minimum battery capacity
Galaxy S264175 mAh
Galaxy S26+4755 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S26
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Screen size
Galaxy S266.3 in
Galaxy S26+6.7 in
Sources
Galaxy S26
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
Galaxy S26149.6 mm
Galaxy S26+158.4 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsGalaxy S26167 g
Galaxy S26+190 g
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsGalaxy S2671.7 mm
Galaxy S26+75.8 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Galaxy S26149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Galaxy S26+158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Thickness
Galaxy S267.2 mm
Galaxy S26+7.3 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Compared regional model
Galaxy S26UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S26+UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Galaxy S26
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (11)
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S26+
45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S26+
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26+
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
Galaxy S26Not verified
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S26+
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
41 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs68 specificationsGalaxy S26Galaxy S26+
Galaxy S26Galaxy S26+WeightDiffers
167g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
190g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
71.7mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
75.8mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
7.3mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
149.6 mmLabelled height.
158.4 mmLabelled height.
Form factor
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Screen sizeDiffers
6.3″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
6.7″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy S26Galaxy S26 256GB — Specifications
Galaxy S26+Galaxy S26+ 256GB — Specifications
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
6.7-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
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Built-in Privacy Display
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reach
3×
Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
3×
Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modules
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera system
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Optical-quality reach
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear camera autofocus
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Front camera
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Front camera autofocus
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Rear 8K recording maximum
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
30 hours
Published 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.
31 hours
Published 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
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
4300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
4900 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 69% charge in around 30 minutes with a 45 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
4300 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
4900 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Rated minimum battery capacityDiffers
4175 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
4755 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpointDiffers
55%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
69%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Wireless PowerShare
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
User-removable battery
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
7 years
Published security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
7 years
Published security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Launch operating system
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Update support
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.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Promised OS version upgrades
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Chipset
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Published CPU core count
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
RAM and storage configuration
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
RAM capacity
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Storage capacity
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 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.
Published security update end date
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Panel technology
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
USB connector and data transfer
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.
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.
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.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
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 versionDiffers
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
eSIM support
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Ingress protection claim
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Expandable storage
Sources
Galaxy S26Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
Galaxy S26+Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Show unverified (11)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
RAM technology
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Maximum wired charging power
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Not verified45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Published wireless charging maximum
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
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
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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How we calculate scoresSamsung Galaxy S26
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight167 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth71.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£879.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26+
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight190 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth75.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video 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.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26+ 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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