Head to head
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra
Full specs side by side — plus the one table nobody else shows you: what each phone actually costs to repair.
At a glance
- Galaxy S26 Ultra is the newer phone (2026 vs 2025).
- Galaxy S26 Ultra is lighter (214 g vs 218 g).
- Galaxy S25 Ultra is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $379 vs $399 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2026-03-11 | 2025-02-07 |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite (for Galaxy) |
| RAM | 12 / 16 (1TB model)GB | 12GB |
| Storage options | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 200MP wide + 50MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 50MP 5x periscope | 200MP wide + 50MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 50MP 5x periscope |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 60W wired, 25W wireless | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 |
| Weight | 214 g | 218 g |
| Colors at launch | Black, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, White, Silver Shadow (online), Pink Gold (online) | Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver, Titanium Gray, Titanium Jadegreen (online), Titanium Jetblack (online), Titanium Pinkgold (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, UWB | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 16 (One UI 8.5) | Android 15 (One UI 7) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
Specs reflect the US models as published by the manufacturer.
Repair pricing
What each costs to fix.
Real walk-in prices at BK Wireless — every repair backed by a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
| Repair | Galaxy S26 Ultra | Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $399 | $379 |
| Battery replacement | $119 | $109 |
FAQ
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is newer — it launched in 2026, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra launched in 2025.
Which has the bigger battery?
They're equal — both carry a 5,000 mAh battery.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $379 for the Galaxy S25 Ultra and $399 for the Galaxy S26 Ultra at BK Wireless — both with a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
Does BK Wireless repair the Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Yes — both. Walk into 1054 Beach 20th Street in Far Rockaway for same-day screen, battery, and charging port repairs on either phone, backed by a 60-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Can I trade in my old phone toward either one?
Yes. Bring your current phone and a photo ID — we test it in front of you and pay cash on the spot, working or broken.
Upgrading to either one?
Get cash for your current phone at 1054 Beach 20th Street — tested in front of you, paid on the spot.
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