Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are closely matched overall. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads in build. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads in performance and camera.
Scoring profile: balanced
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Best for users who prioritize build.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Resolution
Refresh Rate
Peak Brightness
Pixel Density
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.9" | 6.9" |
Resolution Close match | 1440 x 3120 | 1440 x 3120 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2600 nits | 2600 nits |
Pixel Density Close match | 498 ppi | 498 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Armor 2 | DX anti-reflective coating | Corning Gorilla Armor 2, Mohs level 6 | DX anti-reflective coating Privacy Display |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
Storage
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 16GB | 16GB |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 4.47GHz | 4.74GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x4.47GHz + 6x3.53GHz | 2x4.74GHz + 6x3.62GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 2207809 | 3892165Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 2207809 | 3892165Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 9846 | 11566Better |
Storage Close match | 1024GB | 1024GB |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 |
Chipset Phone B leads | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)Better |
GPU Needs more data | Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) |
Rear Aperture
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Rear Sensor Size
Optical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 200MP | 200MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 200MP + 50MP + 10MP | 200MP + 50MP + 10MP |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.3 | 1/1.3 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.7 | f/1.4Better |
Optical Zoom Close match | 3x | 3x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Laser AF, Best Face, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | Laser AF, Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra are closely matched. CPU Clock: 4.74GHz vs 4.47GHz CPU Cluster Speeds: 2x4.74GHz + 6x3.62GHz vs 2x4.47GHz + 6x3.53GHz The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize build. Galaxy S25 Ultra offers strong performance in these areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Galaxy S26 Ultra excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 165,169 | ≈ Rs 299,317 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads in Build. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads in Performance, Camera, Battery.
The top differences are: CPU Clock (Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra advantage), Benchmark Score (Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra advantage), AnTuTu Score (Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra advantage), Geekbench (Multi) (Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra advantage).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tends to last longer on a charge.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: non-PTA approximately Rs 165,169; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: non-PTA approximately Rs 299,317; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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