Head to head
Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26 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 has the larger display (6.9" vs 6.3").
- Galaxy S26 Ultra carries the bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh).
- Galaxy S26 is lighter (167 g vs 214 g).
- Galaxy S26 is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $299 vs $399 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S26 | Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2026-03-11 | 2026-03-11 |
| Display | 6.3" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (US) / Exynos 2600 (intl) | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12 / 16 (1TB model)GB |
| Storage options | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele | 200MP wide + 50MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 50MP 5x periscope |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 25W wired, 15W wireless | USB-C, 60W wired, 25W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 |
| Weight | 167 g | 214 g |
| Colors at launch | Black, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, White, Silver Shadow (online), Pink Gold (online) | Black, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, White, Silver Shadow (online), Pink Gold (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 16 (One UI 8.5) | Android 16 (One UI 8.5) |
| 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 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $299 | $399 |
| Battery replacement | $109 | $119 |
FAQ
Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S26 or the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Both launched in 2026.
Which has the bigger battery?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5,000 mAh vs 4,300 mAh.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $299 for the Galaxy S26 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 and the Galaxy S26 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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