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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Product A: Samsung
116 of 162 known
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Product B: Samsung
95 of 162 known
Change Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
100 of 154 fields differ
- 44 different values
- 56 known for one only
- 29 the same
- 25 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Wireless charging powerA: 25WB: 15WGalaxy S26 Ultra is 10 W higher.
- Peak brightnessA: 2,600nitsB: 1,600nitsGalaxy S26 Ultra is 1,000 nits higher.
- Maximum wired charging power (claimed)A: 60WB: 45WGalaxy S26 Ultra is 15 W higher.
- Rated battery capacityA: 4,855mAhB: 5,437mAhGalaxy Z TriFold is 582 mAh higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGalaxy S26 Ultra: 78.1 × 163.6 mm
- BGalaxy Z TriFold: 214.1 × 159.2 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
10 of 11 differ
Series
Model numbers
SM-S948B, SM-S948B/DS2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2488593_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.
SM-F968B, SM-F968B/DS, SM-F968N, SM-F968U1, SM-F968UZKAXAA8Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 13 October 2026The Samsung SAR pages list SM-F968B/DS, SM-F968N and SM-F968U1. GSMArena lists SM-F968B too.9Regulatory filingsamsung.com/sar/sarMainRead 13 October 2026Samsung SAR page returns data for the Korean model SM-F968N.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Models row lists SM-F968B, SM-F968B/DS and SM-D639 codes. The SM-D639 codes are not stored.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
Not available
Announced
Status
Discontinued3Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-z-trifoldRead 13 October 2026Page banner: the limited-run Galaxy Z TriFold is now completely sold out. GSMArena lists it as discontinued.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Status row: Discontinued.
Predecessor
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra14Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_ultra-review-2939p6.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's review says the Galaxy S26 Ultra costs about as much as last year's S25 Ultra.15Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_ultra_vs_galaxy_s25_ultra_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-72034.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's comparison calls the Galaxy S26 Ultra a modest upgrade over the previous generation and the older Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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Successor
Not available
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Launch price (US)
Not available
$2,8992Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-z-trifoldRead 13 October 20264Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-z-trifold/buyRead 13 October 202612Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-z-trifold-price-usaRead 13 October 2026
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
KR, US1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Launch markets named are Korea, China, Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE and the US. Korea and the US are stored because sales there are confirmed by GSMArena and the US store.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Price row refers to South Korea and the release is 12 December 2025.12Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-z-trifold-price-usaRead 13 October 2026The US sale from 30 January 2026 is confirmed.
Colours
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026Silver Shadow and Pink Gold are samsung.com exclusives
Form factor
Bar2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Touchscreen Bar7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026
Not available
OS support period (claimed)
Not available
Security support period (claimed)
Security updates until
Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
Not available
Not available
Folded dimensions
Not available
Height159.2Width75Thickness12.9mm(6.3 × 3 × 0.5 in)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Folded 159.2 x 75.0 x 12.9 mm.
Weight
Frame
Aluminium1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Advanced Armor Aluminum frame with a titanium hinge housing.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Build row: aluminum frame, titanium hinge housing.
Front
Back
Fiberglass composite1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Back is a ceramic-glass fiber reinforced polymer, stored as fiberglass composite.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Build row: ceramic-glass fiber-reinforced polymer back.
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Water resistance time
MIL-STD-810
Not available
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SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyNo2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM. SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Network/Bearer: SIM1+SIM2, SIM1+eSIM or Dual eSIM. Two active subscriptions total.
Not available
Stylus
Built-in2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20264Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026
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Stylus name
Not available
Display
12 of 24 differ
Screen size
6.9in(17.5 cm)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 20266.9 inch in the full rectangle, 6.7 inch accounting for the rounded corners2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026
Resolution
Pixel density
498ppi
267.9ppi
Aspect ratio
Not available
Display type
LTPO OLED2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Dynamic AMOLED 2X is an OLED display. Exact LTPO backplane was secondary-only and is not inferred from variable refresh.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 202613Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Blocks-prying-eyes-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-Ultra-review.1278349.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Display section explicitly identifies LTPO. Exact European 12 GB/256 GB phone. Not inferred solely from adaptive refresh.
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Min refresh rate
Touch sampling rate
Not available
Not available
Instant touch sampling
Not available
Not available
Display brightness (typical, claimed)
Not available
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
Not available
Not available
Peak display brightness (claimed)
2,600nits1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026FAQ: peak brightness of 2600 nits6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Specifications display table, peak 2600 nits. Window not specified.
Minimum brightness
Not available
Not available
Colour depth per channel
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage
Not available
Not available
HDR playback formats
Not available
PWM dimming frequency
Not available
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Always-on display
Not available
Front camera cutout
Cover screen size
Not available
Cover screen resolution
Not available
Cover screen refresh rate
Not available
Cover screen type
Not available
Platform
6 of 10 differ
OS at launch
Software
One UI 8.51Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026One UI 8.5 section on the page6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026
One UI 81Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 202611Press articlesammobile.com/news/galaxy-z-trifold-will-get-seven-years-of-android-os-upgradesRead 13 October 2026Same article: ships with Android 16 and One UI 8.
Latest stable OS (verified)
Not available
Chipset
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Qualcomm Oryon Prime | 4.74 |
| 6 | Qualcomm Oryon Performance | 3.6 |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Qualcomm manufacturer brief: two Oryon Prime plus six Performance cores. Samsung exact-phone comparison publishes 4.74 GHz and 3.6 GHz. The generic platform clock is not used.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Qualcomm manufacturer brief: two Oryon Prime plus six Performance cores. Samsung exact-phone comparison publishes 4.74 GHz and 3.6 GHz. The generic platform clock is not used.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-8-Elite-Gen-5-product-brief.pdfRead 30 September 2026Qualcomm manufacturer brief: two Oryon Prime plus six Performance cores. Samsung exact-phone comparison publishes 4.74 GHz and 3.6 GHz. The generic platform clock is not used.
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Oryon V2 Phoenix L | 4.47 |
| 6 | Oryon V2 Phoenix M | 3.5 |
Source2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026CPU Speed: 4.47GHz, 3.5GHz. Core names come from GSMArena.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Platform row: 2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L and 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M. Samsung publishes 4.47 and 3.5 GHz, which are stored.
Max CPU clock
4.74GHz
4.47GHz
GPU
NPU performance
Not available
Not available
Memory
2 of 6 differ
RAM
12, 16GB2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 202612Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Storage/Memory for exact 1 TB SKU: Memory_(GB) 16.
16GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 202616 GB memory with 1 TB or 512 GB storage. Availability varies by market or channel.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026The US SKU is 16 GB memory.
RAM type
Not available
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Storage (nominal)
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Maker lists 1 TB. Normalized exactly using decimal SI units: 1 TB = 1000 GB, 2 TB = 2000 GB. Nominal advertised capacity, not usable storage or inferred GiB.12Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Storage/Memory: Storage (TB) 1. Exact SI conversion gives 1000 GB, not the 984.0 GB available storage cell.
512 GB, 1 TB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 20261 TB is stored as 1000 GB. The US sells 512 GB only.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026US SKU SM-F968UZKAXAA is 512 GB with 479 GB available.
Storage type
Not available
Not available
Memory card
Max card size
Not available
Not available
Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Autofocus | OIS | Optical zoom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 200 | 1.4 | 1/1.3" | Not available | Yes | Not available |
| Ultrawide | 50 | 1.9 | 1/2.52" | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Telephoto | 10 | 2.4 | 1/3.94" | Dual Pixel PDAF | Yes | 3× |
| Periscope telephoto | 50 | 2.9 | 1/2.52" | Not available | Yes | 5× |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Maker gives 200 MP F1.4, 50 MP F2.9, 50 MP F1.9, 10 MP F2.4, AF and OIS, Optical Zoom 3x and 5x The 5x 50 MP row takes the periscope role so it stays distinct from the 3x telephoto row.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Rear Camera comparison: physical wide/ultrawide/tele lenses, resolution, aperture, sensor format and OIS. Quad Pixel names do not prove Quad PD autofocus. Unsupported phase-detection subtype, focal lengths and sensor model codes removed.
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Optical zoom | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 200 | 1.7 | 24 | 1/1.3" | 0.6 | Quad PD | Yes | Not available | 85° |
| Telephoto | 10 | 2.4 | 67 | 1/3.94" | 1 | PDAF | Yes | 3× | 36° |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.2 | 13 | 1/2.55" | 1.4 | Dual Pixel PDAF | Not available | Not available | 120° |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Rear table: 200 MP wide F1.7 0.6 um 85 degrees OIS Quad Pixel AF, 10 MP telephoto F2.4 1.0 um 36 degrees OIS PDAF 3x optical, 12 MP ultrawide F2.2 1.4 um 120 degrees Dual Pixel AF. Sensor sizes and focal lengths come from GSMArena.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Resolutions 200, 12 and 10 MP, F1.7, F2.2 and F2.4, autofocus yes, OIS yes.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Main 200 MP 1/1.3 inch 24 mm, telephoto 10 MP 1/3.94 inch 67 mm 3x, ultrawide 12 MP 1/2.55 inch 13 mm 120 degrees.
Number of rear cameras
4
3
Main camera
200MP
200MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
5×
3×
Maximum photo digital zoom
100×1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026100x Space Zoom: 10x optical quality zoom plus digital zoom with Super Resolution2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026
30×1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Table: 30x Space Zoom made of 3x optical and 10x digital with AI Super Resolution. Samsung warns of quality loss beyond 3x. The US feed states digital zoom up to 30x.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Rear zoom: optical 3x, optical quality 2x from the Adaptive Pixel sensor, digital zoom up to 30x.
Flash
Rear flash4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Model-specific layout pages 6-9 labels the flash, matching the rear camera illustration. Type is LED in the product diagrams/launch specifications.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Camera table: Rear Camera - Flash Yes. Emitter count and LED subtype are not stated in this table, so they are not guessed.
Camera features
Not available
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 7680 | 4320 | 30 |
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact UK feed: 8K 7680 x 4320 at 30 fps. Slow motion 240 fps at FHD and 120 fps at UHD. Recording rates include documented slow motion, not playback capability.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Exact UK feed: 8K 7680 x 4320 at 30 fps. Slow motion 240 fps at FHD and 120 fps at UHD. Recording rates include documented slow motion, not playback capability.
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 7680 | 4320 | 30 |
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
Source2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Video recording UHD 8K at 30 fps. Slow motion 240 fps at FHD, 120 fps at FHD and 120 fps at UHD. The 4K row stores the 120 fps slow motion rate.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Video row: 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at 60, 120 and 240 fps. Samsung's slow motion line gives 120 fps at UHD.
Max video resolution
7680 × 4320px
7680 × 4320px
Recorded video HDR formats
Not available
Log recording
Not available
Video recording codecs
Not available
Video stabilisation
Front camera
3 of 3 differ
Front cameras
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 | 1/3.2" | Dual Pixel PDAF |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Front Camera comparison: 12 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.2 inch, autofocus, Dual Pixel. Pixel size, focal length and sensor model not published.
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 10 | 2.2 | 18 | 1/3.0" | 1.12 | Fixed | No | 100° |
| Main | 10 | 2.2 | 24 | 1/3.0" | 1.12 | Fixed | Not available | 85° |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Main screen camera 10 MP F2.2 1.12 um 100 degrees. Cover screen camera 10 MP F2.2 1.12 um 85 degrees. The inner camera is listed first. Focal lengths and sensor size come from GSMArena. Autofocus and OIS are from the Samsung US feed.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Front camera 10 MP F2.2 and cover camera 10 MP F2.2, both without autofocus. Front OIS no.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Selfie camera 10 MP 18 mm ultrawide 1/3.0 inch, cover camera 10 MP 24 mm wide 1/3.0 inch. The 18 mm ultrawide inner camera is stored with the ultrawide role and the 24 mm wide cover camera as main.
Maximum front video rate per resolution
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
Front autofocus
Yes
No
Audio
2 of 4 differ
Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Not available
Network
7 of 10 differ
Network
GSM, LTE, 5G2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact UK infrastructure table explicitly lists GSM, WCDMA, LTE FDD/TDD and 5G sub-6. Stored GSM/LTE/5G are direct claims. HSPA is not inferred from WCDMA alone.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Exact UK infrastructure table explicitly lists GSM, WCDMA, LTE FDD/TDD and 5G sub-6. Stored GSM/LTE/5G are direct claims. HSPA is not inferred from WCDMA alone.
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19002Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.
Not available
3G bands
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.
Not available
4G bands
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.
Not available
5G bands
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500), N75(1500+)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.
Not available
5G modes
Not available
5G mmWave
Not available
Maximum modem download rate
Not available
Not available
Satellite
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi calling
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
6 of 13 differ
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 72Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026
Wi-Fi 71Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Text: Wi-Fi 7.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be on 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz, EHT320, 4096-QAM.
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC, Samsung Seamless Codec13Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Blocks-prying-eyes-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-Ultra-review.1278349.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact phone Additional features explicitly lists SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC and SSC. SSC is expanded to Samsung Seamless Codec. No chipset capability list is substituted.
Not available
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Positioning
Dual-frequency GNSS
Not available
Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
Not available
IR blaster
Not available
Not available
Features and sensors
2 of 5 differ
Fingerprint
Face unlock
Not available
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Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Table: fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, hall sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor.2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Same list as the newsroom table.
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
Linear vibration motor13Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Blocks-prying-eyes-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-Ultra-review.1278349.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Input devices section explicitly identifies a linear vibration motor.
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Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
4,855mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026Footnote: rated capacity is 4855 mAh. The typical value 5000 mAh is the marketed figure (IEC 61960)5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2488593_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026English fiche item 10, exact European /DS model rated capacity.
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Claimed battery life
ASamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 31 |
Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Battery spec: up to 30 h S26, 31 h Ultra. Local 720p video, Bluetooth earphones, LTE default settings.
BSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 17 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
60W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 2026FAQ: Super Fast Charging 3.0 raises power from 45 W to 60 W, up to 75% in around 30 minutes6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026
Wired charging standards
Quick Charge 2.0, AFC, USB Power Delivery1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultraRead 30 September 20266Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Official launch specifications charging footnote: compatible with QC2.0, AFC and PD. USB PD revision/PPS were secondary-only.
Super-Fast Charging 2.0, QC2.0, AFC1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Footnote: wired charging is compatible with QC2.0 and AFC under the name Super-Fast Charging 2.0.10Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_trifold_5g-14292.phpRead 13 October 2026Battery row: 45W wired, QC2.0. Samsung also states AFC compatibility.
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 at 15 W.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10010267Read 13 October 2026Support article: the Z TriFold is Qi-compatible and supports 15W wireless charging with a compatible charger or via PowerShare from a Galaxy phone.
Wireless charging power
Wireless standards
Qi2 Ready (magnetic case required)10Press articleandroidcentral.com/phones/motorola/motorolas-next-phone-could-feature-native-qi2Read 8 October 2026Article explains all Galaxy S26 models are Qi2 Ready and require a magnetic case. Not full native-magnet Qi2 certification.
Qi1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-galaxy-z-trifold-the-shape-of-whats-next-in-mobile-innovationRead 13 October 2026Footnote: wireless charging compatible with WPC, which is the Qi standard.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10010267Read 13 October 2026Same article: Qi-compatible.
Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
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Measured
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Geekbench single-core
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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Display brightness (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
A2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 20265EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2488593_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
1,200cycles2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/specsRead 30 September 2026Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles 12005EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2488593_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Item 9, default settings minimum cycles. Not a normal usage guarantee.
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
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SAR body (EU)
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Hearing aid compatibility
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 30 September 2026Services and Applications: Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support, ASHA. This is a supported coupling protocol, not a numerical M/T rating.
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)2Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support: Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA).
In the box
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In the box
Galaxy S26 Ultra, S Pen, USB-C to USB-C data cable, SIM ejector tool, Quick guide, Energy label3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Delivery contents table for European devices. S Pen is included only with Ultra. No charger.
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdf4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026European S26/S26+/Ultra user manual, Android 16, Rev 1.0. Model-specific layouts pages 6-9 and camera settings page 76.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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