Galaxy S26 Ultra 256

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 was announced in February 2026. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 is powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of ~421,642,811 and Geekbench score of ~3,840 / ~12,300.

It features a 174.9mm (6.9") Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a 5000 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. The main camera (200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 10.0 MP) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 424,999 PKR, this phone falls into the upper mid-range / premium category in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $1,501.76 USD. Availability status: in_markets.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • AMOLED display for punchy colours and deep blacks.
  • High RAM for smoother multitasking.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.
  • Fast charging support (as listed).

Cons

  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.

Expert opinion

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 runs on Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, delivering balanced performance for day-to-day usage. Its 5000 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the premium / upper mid-range segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 is ideal for users looking for premium performance, advanced camera capabilities, and flagship-level features. It is suitable for heavy multitasking, high-end gaming, professional photography, and users who want top-tier smartphone technology.

Key Specifications

Below are the main specifications including processor, battery, display, camera, and storage configuration of this smartphone.

Price: Price:- 424,999
Battery Capacity: 5000 m Ah
Os: Android (Security Update Period (Valid until 28 February 2033)
Chipset: Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 processor
Ram: 12GB
Storage: 256GB
Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Size: 174.9mm (6.9" )
Main: 200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Features: Optical Zoom 3x and 5x, Optical quality Zoom 2x and 10x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor) , Digital Zoom up to 100x

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Antutu
~4, 216, 428 (v11)
Geekbench
~3,840 / ~12,300

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: 5000 m Ah
Battery Charging: Super Fast Charging 3.0, 60W & 25W Charging 75% in around 30 minutes

Colors

Color swatch for Cobalt Violet Color swatch for Sky Blue Color swatch for Black Color swatch for White Color swatch for Silver Shadow Color swatch for Pink Gold
424,999 PKR
≈ $1,501.76 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: 200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Features: Optical Zoom 3x and 5x, Optical quality Zoom 2x and 10x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor) , Digital Zoom up to 100x
Video Quality: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) @30 fps, 240 fps @FHD, 120 fps @FHD, 120 fps @UHD

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 12.0 MP
Selfie Camera Features: F2.2, Auto focus
Video Quality: UHD 4K (7680 x 4320) @30 fps

Display

Display specifications covering screen size, panel technology, resolution, and protection features affecting viewing experience and visual clarity.

Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Size: 174.9mm (6.9" )
Resolution: 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+)
Extra Features: 16M, 120Hz
Dimensions: 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9
Weight: 214g

Hardware

Hardware configuration including processor, RAM, internal storage, and performance-related specifications that influence speed and multitasking capability.

Os: Android (Security Update Period (Valid until 28 February 2033)
Chipset: Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 processor
Cpu: Octa-Core (4.74 GHz, 3.6 GHz)
Gpu: Adreno 840 & NPU for AI Processing
Clock: 2x Prime @ 4.6 GHz & 6x Performance @ 3.62 GHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 12GB
Storage: 256GB
Storage Type: UFS 4.X
Cardslot: No

Features

Connectivity and additional features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, NFC support, USB connectivity, and built-in sensors.

Wlan: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4 GHz+5 GHz+6 GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Bluetooth: Bluetooth v6.0
Positioning: GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Nfc: Yes
Usb: USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sensors: Under display, ultrasonic
Sim: Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM

Sound

Audio features including loudspeaker performance and headphone jack availability for media and communication usage.

Loudspeaker: Stereo speakers
Audiojack: No

Announcement

General information including technology type, launch timeline, dimensions, and overall device build details.

Network: 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Announcement Month: February
Announcement Year: 2026
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