Leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra specs show key upgrades in design, charging, and performance vs S25 Ultra.
Leaked specifications suggest the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra refines the S25 Ultra with a slimmer design, faster 60W charging, and a new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5 processor, while keeping the same display size, camera setup, and battery capacity.
Display and Brightness
Analysis: Both models share identical size and brightness, but the M14 panel may improve efficiency.
Performance and Storage
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite (S25) → Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5 (S26)
RAM and Storage: Both offer 12GB/16GB RAM and 256GB–1TB storage options
Analysis: Incremental CPU upgrade promises better performance and efficiency.
Camera Setup
- Main Camera: 200MP HP2 (unchanged)
- Ultrawide: 50MP (unchanged)
Telephoto:
3× zoom: 10MP (slightly larger sensor in S26)
5× zoom: 50MP (unchanged)
Front Camera: 12MP (unchanged)
Analysis: Mostly identical, with a minor sensor tweak for telephoto improvements.
Battery and Charging
Battery: 5000mAh (same)
Charging: 45W (S25) → 60W (S26 leak)
Analysis: Faster charging is one of the most practical upgrades for daily use.
Design and Build
Thickness: 8.2mm (S25) → 7.9mm (S26)
Weight: 218g (S25) → 214g (S26)
Analysis: Slightly slimmer and lighter, improving ergonomics and handling.
Conclusion
The leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra specifications show Samsung focusing on refinement rather than revolution. Faster charging, a slimmer build, and a new Snapdragon chip headline the upgrades, while display, battery, and camera remain largely unchanged. For S25 Ultra users, the S26 Ultra may feel like a polished iteration rather than a dramatic leap.
| Feature | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy S26 Ultra (Leaks) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9" QHD (M13) | 6.9" QHD (M14) |
| Brightness | 2600 nits | 2600 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 1–120Hz | 1–120Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5 |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB |
| Storage | 256 / 512 / 1TB | 256 / 512 / 1TB |
| Main Camera | 200MP HP2 | 200MP HP2 |
| Ultrawide | 50MP | 50MP |
| 3× Telephoto | 10MP (1/3.52") | 10MP (1/3.94") |
| 5× Telephoto | 50MP | 50MP |
| Front Camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh | 5000mAh |
| Charging | 45W | 60W |
| Thickness | 8.2mm | 7.9mm |
| Weight | 218g | 214g |
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