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Samsung Galaxy S26 Specifications
Available in 128GB/12GB RAM trim only as Enterprise Edition.
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
- 167g, 7.2mm thickness
- Android 16, up to 7 major upgrades
- 128GB/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 |
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| Battery | 7.6 | — |
| Display | 9 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.5 | — |
| Body | 7.1 | — |
| Gaming | 8.9 | — |
| Software | 9.7 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.3"
1080x2340 pixels
50MP
4320p
12GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
4300mAh
25W15W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
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| 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 SA/NSA/Sub6 - USA unlocked | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2026, February 25 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2026, March 06 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm (5.89 x 2.82 x 0.28 in) |
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| Weight | 167 g (5.89 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 |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum 2 frame |
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Display
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Type | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.3 inches, 96.5 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) - US/CN Exynos 2600 (2 nm) - ROW |
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| 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 |
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| GPU | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) - US/CN Xclipse 960 - ROW |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 4.X |
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Main Camera
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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 |
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| 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 |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12??m, dual pixel PDAF |
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| Features | HDR, HDR10+ | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | High-bitrate audio support |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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| ??? | Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 4300 mAh |
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| Charging | 25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready) 4.5W reverse wireless |
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Misc
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Colors | Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold |
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| Models | SM-S942B, SM-S942B/DS, SM-S942U, SM-S942U1, SM-S942W, SM-S942N, SM-S9420, SM-S942E, SM-S942E/DS | |
| SAR | 1.19 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.21 W/kg (head) 1.10 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | $???720.00 / ??????695.90 / ?????599.01 / ??????73,889 |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 2441481 (v10), 3064672 (v11) GeekBench: 10824 (v6) 3DMark: 7230 (Wild Life Extreme) |
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| Display | 1383 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -26.7 LUFS (Good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 15:20h |
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EU LABEL
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Energy | Class A |
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| Battery | 51:00h 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 8.5/10 for its class; reference price around $720 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung Galaxy S26 good for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 89/100 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 4,300 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 6.30-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 8.5/10 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 $720 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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