Spec cross-check · 2026-10-14
Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+ lines up the January 2025 Samsung Galaxy S25+ with the March 2026 Samsung Galaxy S26+. The spec score is a weighted share of comparable published rows. Manufacturer spec sheets are the source.
Spec lead
6.1 / 10
Samsung Galaxy S26+ specs
Exynos 2600 (UK announcement; regional variants can differ)
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+ on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on chip.
Spec sheet
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Samsung Galaxy S26+ |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 3120×1440, 513 ppi, 120Hz, 2,600 nits peak, always-onTie | 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, QHD+, 120Hz, always-onTie |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | Exynos 2600 (UK announcement; regional variants can differ)Leads |
| Memory | 12GBTie | 12GBTie |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GBTie | 256GB, 512GBTie |
| Camera hardware | 50MP f/1.8 main, 10MP 3x optical telephoto, 12MP ultrawideTie | 50MP f/1.8 main, 10MP 3x optical telephoto, 12MP ultrawideTie |
| Optical zoom | 3xTie | 3xTie |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh; up to 30 hours video playbackTie | 4,900 mAhTie |
| Charging | 45W wired. Wireless charging, Wireless PowerShareTie | 45W, about 69% in 30 minutes. Super Fast Wireless Charging, Wireless PowerShareTie |
| Weight | 190 gTie | 190 gTie |
| Water resistance | IP68Tie | IP68Tie |
| Software support | 7 years of OS and security updatesTie | 7 years of OS and security updatesTie |
| Launch price | $999 launch price | £1,099 UK RRP |
| Software | Android 15, One UI 7 at launch | Android 16, One UI 8.5 |
| Biometrics | Ultrasonic fingerprint | Ultrasonic fingerprint |
| Connectivity | USB-C, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | USB-C, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 |
Who should buy which
Choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ if you want Android 15, One UI 7 at launch.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ if you want Android 16, One UI 8.5. It leads on chip.
Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+ on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on chip.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: which has the better battery?
Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+ tie on battery. Samsung Galaxy S25+: 4,900 mAh; up to 30 hours video playback. Samsung Galaxy S26+: 4,900 mAh.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: which has the better camera?
Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+ tie on camera hardware. Samsung Galaxy S25+: 50MP f/1.8 main, 10MP 3x optical telephoto, 12MP ultrawide. Samsung Galaxy S26+: 50MP f/1.8 main, 10MP 3x optical telephoto, 12MP ultrawide. This rank is hardware class, not a photo lab test.
What did Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+ cost at launch?
Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+ do not publish a comparable launch price figure. Samsung Galaxy S25+: $999 launch price. Samsung Galaxy S26+: £1,099 UK RRP.
Sources
- Samsung Galaxy S25+ specifications
- Samsung Galaxy S26 newsroom specifications, February 25, 2026