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Samsung Galaxy S26+ phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Specifications

Samsung

Released 2026, Mar 6

12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) - US/CN Exynos 2600 (2 nm) - ROW

  • 190g, 7.3mm thickness
  • Android 16, up to 7 major upgrades
  • 256GB/512GB storage, no card slot

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.6
Display 9.2
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.5
Body 7.1
Gaming 9
Software 9.7
Connectivity 9.4
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.8/10

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Quick specifications

6.7"

1440x3120 pixels

50MP

4320p

12GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

4900mAh

45W25W

Score breakdown

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8.8 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.6/10
Display 9.2/10
Camera 8.5/10
Body 7.1/10
Gaming 9/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
3 nm 4.74 GHz BT 6.0 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2026

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - USA unlocked
5G bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
??? 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA unlocked
Speed HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
Announced 2026, February 25
Status Available. Released 2026, March 06
Dimensions 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm (6.24 x 2.98 x 0.29 in)
Weight 190 g (6.70 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) - INT
?? Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) - USA
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM - CN
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Armor aluminum 2 frame
Type Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Size 6.7 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~516 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Chipset Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) - US/CN
Exynos 2600 (2 nm) - ROW
CPU Octa-core (2x4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) - US/CN
10-core (1x3.80GHz C1-Ultra & 3x3.25GHz C1-Pro & 6x2.75GHz C1-Pro) - ROW
GPU Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) - US/CN
Xclipse 960 - ROW
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 4.X
Triple 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS

10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120?? (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4??m, Super Steady video
Features Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
Single 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12??m, dual pixel PDAF
Features HDR, HDR10+
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? High-bitrate audio support
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support)

Ultra Wideband (UWB) support
Type Li-Ion 4900 mAh
Charging 45W wired, PD3.0, 69% in 30 min

20W wireless (Qi2.2)

4.5W reverse wireless
Colors Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
Models SM-S947B, SM-S947B/DS, SM-S947U, SM-S947U1, SM-S947W, SM-S947N, SM-S9470, SM-S947E, SM-S947E/DS
SAR 1.15 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.78 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
Price $???1,015.00 / ??????849.00 / ?????949.99 / ??????94,999
Performance AnTuTu: 2459298 (v10), 3142032 (v11)

GeekBench: 10982 (v6)

3DMark: 7138 (Wild Life Extreme)
Display 1498 nits max brightness (measured)
Loudspeaker -26.2 LUFS (Good)
Battery Active use score 16:25h
Energy Class A
Battery 55:00h endurance, 1200 cycles
Free fall Class A (270 falls)
Repairability Class C

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy S26+ worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.8/10 for its class; reference price around $1,015 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy S26+ good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 90/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy S26+?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a 4,900 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy S26+ have?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ features a 6.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Samsung Galaxy S26+ water resistant?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy S26+ have?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ is available with 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy S26+?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy S26+ 8.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

What is the estimated price of Samsung Galaxy S26+?

Our estimated reference price is $1,015 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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