Samsung Galaxy S26: Complete Coverage Hub — Specs, Leaks, Price & Release Date
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Samsung Galaxy S26
Everything We Know About Samsung’s 2026 Flagship — Specs, Leaks, Colors, Price & More
Quick Specs
Display
6.2" AMOLED
120Hz · FHD+ · Gorilla Glass 8
6.2" AMOLED
120Hz · FHD+ · Gorilla Glass 8
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
4nm · Exynos 2600 in other regions
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
4nm · Exynos 2600 in other regions
Camera
50 + 12 + 10 MP
f/1.4 main · 3x optical · AI enhanced
50 + 12 + 10 MP
f/1.4 main · 3x optical · AI enhanced
Battery
4,300 mAh
45W wired · Qi2 wireless · reverse wireless
4,300 mAh
45W wired · Qi2 wireless · reverse wireless
Starting Price
~$799
Trade-ins up to $900 at Samsung
~$799
Trade-ins up to $900 at Samsung
Release Date
Feb 25, 2026
Announced · Ships ~Mar 7
Feb 25, 2026
Announced · Ships ~Mar 7
⚠ All specs are based on leaks and have not been officially confirmed by Samsung.
Full specs will be revealed at Galaxy Unpacked 2026.
Leaked Colors
Galaxy S26 Color Palette
Black Shadow
White Shadow
Galactic Blue
Cobalt Violet
Sky Blue
S26+ ONLY
Silver Shadow
ONLINE EXCL.
Pink Gold
SAMSUNG.COM
Color availability varies by model and region. See full color comparison →
Model Comparison
S26 vs S26+ vs S26 Ultra
| Spec | Galaxy S26 | Galaxy S26+ | Galaxy S26 Ultra ★ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.2" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz |
6.7" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz |
6.9" QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz · 2600 nits peak |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5+16GB RAM |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 128 / 256 GB | 256 / 512 GB | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Main Camera | 50MP f/1.4 | 50MP f/1.4 | 200MP f/1.4FLAGSHIP |
| Ultrawide | 12MP | 12MP | 50MP |
| Telephoto | 10MP 3x optical | 10MP 3x optical | 10MP 3x + 50MP 5x periscope |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 4,700 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired · Qi2 | 45W wired · Qi2 | 60W wired · Qi2FASTER |
| S Pen | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ✓ Built-in silo |
| Dimensions | 149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2mm | 158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3mm | 163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9mm |
| Weight | ~167g | ~195g | ~214g |
| Starting Price | ~$799 | ~$999 | ~$1,299 |
All Coverage
Complete Samsung Galaxy S26 Coverage
Leaks & Rumors
5 articles
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01
Galaxy S26 Leaks: 76 Official Renders Exposed – All Colors and Angles Revealed
EXCLUSIVE -
02
Shocking Galaxy S26 Ultra Leak: The Promo Samsung Tried to Bury
MUST READ -
03
Galaxy S26 Series Full Spec Sheet Dump: What Evan Blass Just Dropped
LEAK -
04
New Galaxy S26 Leak: Someone’s Selling It for $1,650 Before Launch – Is It Real?
BREAKING -
05
Galaxy S26 Rumors Roundup: From Fake Leaks to Confirmed Teasers
ANALYSIS
Specs & Features
5 articles
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06
Galaxy S26 Camera Leaks: 200MP Sensor Upgrade – Bigger Than S25 Ultra?
CAMERA -
07
Inside the Galaxy S26: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 – Performance Leaks and Benchmarks
PERFORMANCE -
08
Galaxy S26 Battery Rumors: 4300mAh Jump and Qi2 Charging – What It Means for You
BATTERY -
09
Galaxy S26 AI Features Leaked: Adaptive Intelligence and On-Device Privacy
AI -
10
Galaxy S26 Display Tease: Privacy Shields and 120Hz AMOLED – Full Breakdown
DISPLAY
Comparisons
5 articles
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11
Galaxy S26 vs iPhone 17: Leaked Specs Showdown – Who Wins in 2026?
VS -
12
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Pixel 10: Camera and AI Rumors Compared
VS -
13
Galaxy S26 Pricing Leaks: $799 Start vs S25 – Is It a Deal Breaker?
PRICE -
14
Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S25: Every Rumored Upgrade Worth Noting
UPGRADE -
15
Galaxy S26 Colors Leaked: Black, Violet, Blue, White – vs Competitors’ Palettes
DESIGN
Buying & Event
5 articles
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Galaxy S26 Preorder Guide: Trade-Ins Up to $900 and Best Deals
DEALS -
17
What to Expect at Galaxy Unpacked 2026: S26 and Buds 4 Predictions
EVENT -
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Is the Galaxy S26 Worth Waiting For? Pros, Cons, and Leaked Features
GUIDE -
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Galaxy S26 Accessories Rumors: Buds 4 Pro UWB and One UI 8.5 Integration
ACCESSORIES -
20
Galaxy S26 Launch Predictions: Surprises Samsung Might Drop on Feb 25
PREDICTIONS
Key Dates
Galaxy S26 Launch Timeline
November 2025
First Design Leaks Emerge
Initial CAD renders and silhouette leaks from supply chain sources
January 2026
Evan Blass Spec Sheet Drop
Full specification sheet leaked with camera, processor, and pricing details
Early February 2026
76 Official Renders Surface
High-res renders of all three models in all colorways leaked before Samsung’s announcement
February 17, 2026
Flash Intel Coverage Begins
Full pre-launch coverage goes live — 20 articles covering every angle of the S26 launch
February 25, 2026
🚀 Galaxy Unpacked — San Francisco
Official reveal of Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra. Pre-orders open same day with trade-in offers up to $900
~March 7, 2026
Galaxy S26 Ships to Customers
Expected general availability following the typical 10-day window after Unpacked
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Samsung Galaxy S26 release date? +
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy S26 at Galaxy Unpacked on February 25, 2026, in San Francisco. Pre-orders are expected to open immediately after the event, with shipping estimated around March 7, 2026.
How much will the Samsung Galaxy S26 cost? +
Leaked pricing puts the Galaxy S26 starting at $799, the Galaxy S26+ at around $999, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,299. Samsung is also expected to offer trade-in credits of up to $900 on eligible devices. See full pricing breakdown →
What processor does the Galaxy S26 have? +
The Galaxy S26 series is expected to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (US and select markets) with Exynos 2600 in other regions. Benchmarks suggest significantly improved AI processing performance — up to 113% better — over the S25 generation. See benchmark details →
What are the Galaxy S26 camera specs? +
The base Galaxy S26 and S26+ are rumored to feature a 50MP main camera (f/1.4), 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP 3x telephoto. The S26 Ultra gets a 200MP primary sensor, 50MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto, and 50MP 5x periscope telephoto. Full camera breakdown →
What colors will the Galaxy S26 come in? +
Leaked renders reveal the Galaxy S26 lineup in Black Shadow, White Shadow, Galactic Blue, and Cobalt Violet as standard options. Sky Blue (S26+ exclusive), Silver Shadow, and Pink Gold are expected as Samsung.com exclusives. See full color comparison →
Is the Galaxy S26 worth upgrading to from the S25? +
Key upgrades include the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, improved f/1.4 camera apertures, a larger 4300mAh battery with Qi2 support, and One UI 8.5 with Adaptive Intelligence. If you’re on the S24 or older, it’s a compelling upgrade. Full pros and cons guide →
Will the Galaxy S26 have the S Pen? +
The S Pen is exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The base S26 and S26+ do not include an S Pen and do not have a silo for one — consistent with Samsung’s strategy since the S24 series.