Full Specifications
Launch
| Announced | February 25, 2026 |
| Pre-orders | From February 25, 2026 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 5G | Yes |
Body
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 167 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM (varies by market) |
Display
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Size | 6.3 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels (about 411 ppi) |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 120Hz |
Platform
| OS | Android 16 |
| Manufacturer UI | One UI (Samsung) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy or Samsung Exynos 2600, depending on the market |
Camera
| Main | 50 MP (wide) |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | 10 MP |
Battery
| Capacity | 4300 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W (about 55% in 30 minutes with a 25W adapter, per Samsung) |
| Wireless | 15W |
Price
| Launch price (Europe, EUR) | From 999 |
| Availability | Varies by region |
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Specifications are collected from available manufacturer information and reliable sources. While we make efforts to keep this page accurate and up to date, some details may change or vary by region and configuration. If a specification is important to your purchase, confirm it with the manufacturer or seller.
Editorial Overview
This is an editorial analysis of the specifications listed on this page. It is not based on SpecHub lab testing, so it makes no claims about benchmarks, battery life or camera results. Manufacturer lab figures are not reproduced here.
Phone Overview
The Galaxy S26 is the smallest and lowest-priced phone in Samsung's 2026 S-series, announced on February 25, 2026. It keeps the compact 6.3-inch format of earlier base S models and adds a larger battery than the Galaxy S25. It is aimed at buyers who want a flagship Samsung that fits in one hand.
Performance and Processor
The chipset depends on the market: Samsung uses either the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy or its own Exynos 2600. RAM is 12GB. Because the chip differs by region, check which version is sold where you live. SpecHub has not benchmarked the phone, and storage options are not listed because they vary by market.
Display Experience
The 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display has 1080 x 2340 pixels (about 411 ppi) and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The S26+ and S26 Ultra use sharper 1440 x 3120 panels, so this is the lowest-resolution screen in the series.
Camera Experience
The rear cameras are a 50MP wide, a 12MP ultrawide and a 10MP telephoto. The S26 Ultra adds a 200MP main camera and a second telephoto lens. Aperture, sensor size and front-camera details are omitted because we could not verify them. SpecHub has not tested image quality.
Battery and Charging
The battery is 4300 mAh, 300 mAh more than the Galaxy S25. Wired charging is 25W, which Samsung says reaches about 55% in 30 minutes with a 25W adapter, and wireless charging is 15W. We have no endurance tests.
Software and Features
The phone ships with Android 16 and Samsung's One UI. SIM options vary by market, with a Nano-SIM and an eSIM listed. Update-policy and water-resistance ratings are not listed here because they were not verified for this model.
Who Should Consider This Phone?
People who want a compact flagship with a telephoto lens and a bigger battery than last year's model will find it a good match.
Who May Prefer Another Phone?
Buyers who want faster charging, a QHD+ screen or the largest battery should look at the Galaxy S26+ or the S26 Ultra. Those who want a stylus need the Ultra.
Editorial Verdict
The Galaxy S26 is a compact flagship with a larger battery than its predecessor and a full triple-camera set. Its main limits are the 25W charging and the 1080p display, and its chipset varies by region.
