Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if you want the best value for your money.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance
96.5
96.5
Camera
86.0
100.0 ★
Battery
66.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
96.5
96.5
Overall
88.3
96.2 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
88.0/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
96.2/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.90"
Display Type
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2340
1440x3120
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) - US/CNExynos 2600 (2 nm) - ROW
Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) - US/CNXclipse 960 - ROW
Adreno 840 (1.3GHz)
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video
200 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.9, 111mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.52", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ult
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
Video Recording
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4300 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready) 4.5W reverse wireless
60W wired, PD3.0, 75% in 30 min 25W wireless (Qi2.2) 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm (5.89 x 2.82 x 0.28 in)
163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm (6.44 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Weight
167g
214g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Glass front (Corning Gorilla Armor 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Android
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 96.2/100 overall. It excels in Camera, Battery. Samsung Galaxy S26 puts up a strong fight with a score of 88.3/100. However, Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 96.2/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 86.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value at PKR 299,996 with a value score of 1.4.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 299,996 while Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra costs PKR 424,999. The price difference is PKR 125,003.
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