Galaxy S26
Base S26 2026 flagship.
The Galaxy S26 is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Feb 2026, with a launch price of $800. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a 6.2" QHD+ 120 Hz LTPO display, a capable main camera and a 4,200 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 87/100 — Galaxy S26. Standout strengths: 7 os updates rare. and mmwave 5g. Main trade-off: slow 25 w charging.
Galaxy S26.
S26 keeps Samsung's compact-flagship form factor with SD 8 Elite Gen 5 and 7 OS updates.
Read the full review- 7 OS updates rare.
- mmWave 5G.
- Compact 6.2".
- Galaxy AI.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S26 compares
| Galaxy S26 | Pixel 9 Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 87 | 87 | 87 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Google Tensor G4 | SD 8 Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.2" QHD+ 120 Hz LTPO | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 7.6" foldable AMOLED |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP · f/1.68 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4,200 mAh | 4,700 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Launch price | $800 | $999 | $1,899 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S26 released?
The Galaxy S26 was released in Feb 2026.
How much does the Galaxy S26 cost?
The Galaxy S26 launched at $800 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S26 screen size and type?
The Galaxy S26 has a 6.2" QHD+ 120 Hz LTPO display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S26 use?
The Galaxy S26 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S26 have?
The Galaxy S26 ships with 12 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S26 battery capacity?
The Galaxy S26 has a 4,200 mAh battery.
Does the Galaxy S26 have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S26 supports 15 W wireless charging.
Does the Galaxy S26 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy S26 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 10 MP 3x.
Does the Galaxy S26 have 5G?
The Galaxy S26 supports 5G (mmWave + Sub-6).
What colours does the Galaxy S26 come in?
The Galaxy S26 is available in 4 colours: Onyx Black, Cream, Mint, Silver Shadow.
Is the Galaxy S26 worth buying?
S26 keeps Samsung's compact-flagship form factor with SD 8 Elite Gen 5 and 7 OS updates. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S26 an editorial score of 87/100.
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