Samsung has officially unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy S26+ at its Galaxy Unpacked event in California. These are the core flagships of the lineup. And this year, Samsung is betting big on its in-house silicon.
Both phones run on the new 2nm Exynos 2600 chip. They ship with Android 16 and One UI 8.5. They also bring Galaxy AI features, improved cooling, and a familiar triple-camera setup led by a 50-megapixel main sensor. The Galaxy S26 Ultra grabbed headlines. But the S26 and S26+ will likely be the real volume drivers in India. Here’s everything you need to know.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Display And Design
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 features a 6.3-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. The resolution is 1,080 x 2,340 pixels. It supports up to 120Hz refresh rate. This is slightly bigger than the 6.2-inch display seen on the Galaxy S25. The Galaxy S26+ takes things a step ahead with a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. It offers a sharper 1,440 x 3,120 pixels resolution and also supports a 120Hz refresh rate.
Both displays are protected by Corning Gorilla Armor 2. In terms of build, the Galaxy S26 measures 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2mm and weighs just 167 grams. The S26+ measures 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3mm and weighs 190 grams. Both feel slim and premium in hand.
Performance And Software
Samsung Galaxy S26+ specs
6.7-inch QHD+
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz
Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5
12MP Ultra-Wide Camera
50MP Wide Camera
10MP Telephoto Camera
12MP Front Camera
4,900 mAh
45W Charging#SamsungUnpacked #GalaxyS26Plus #samsunggalaxyai pic.twitter.com/qZZ0GFDaEv
— Techotales (@techotales) February 25, 2026This is where the real story begins. Both the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ are powered by Samsung’s in-house 2nm Exynos 2600 chipset. It features a prime core clocked at 3.9GHz. Samsung claims significant efficiency gains thanks to the 2nm process.
The vapour chamber has been repositioned to the edges of the chip. Samsung says this improves heat dissipation by 29 percent. That should help during gaming and heavy multitasking.
Both phones come with 12GB RAM as standard. Storage options include 256GB and 512GB.
On the software front, they run Android 16 with One UI 8.5 on top. Samsung continues to expand Galaxy AI features focused on productivity and daily assistance.
Camera Setup
Samsung Galaxy S26 specs
6.3-inch FHD+
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz
Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5
12MP Ultra-Wide Camera
50MP Wide Camera
10MP Telephoto Camera
12MP Front Camera
4,300 mAh#SamsungUnpacked #GalaxyS26 pic.twitter.com/S2ff7JDThd
— Techotales (@techotales) February 25, 2026Samsung has kept the camera hardware identical on both models. You get a triple rear camera setup led by a 50-megapixel primary wide-angle sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS.
There is a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with f/2.4 aperture, OIS and 3x optical zoom.
You also get a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture and a 120-degree field of view.
On the front, both phones carry a 12-megapixel wide-angle selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture.
The rear setup supports 8K video recording at 24/30fps and 4K video recording at 30/60fps.
Battery And Connectivity
The Galaxy S26 packs a 4,300mAh battery. This is an upgrade over last year’s 4,000mAh unit. It supports 25W wired charging and wireless charging.
The Galaxy S26+ retains the larger 4,900mAh battery. It supports faster 45W wired charging along with wireless charging.
Connectivity features include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and USB Type-C. Navigation systems supported are GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS.
Sensors include gyroscope, e-compass, accelerometer, barometer and proximity sensor. Both devices feature an in-display fingerprint scanner.
Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ Full Specifications Table
| Category | Galaxy S26 | Galaxy S26+ |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Armor 2 | Corning Gorilla Armor 2 |
| Processor | 2nm Exynos 2600 | 2nm Exynos 2600 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB |
| Software | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | Android 16, One UI 8.5 |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 10MP (3x) + 12MP | 50MP + 10MP (3x) + 12MP |
| Front Camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Video | 8K 24/30fps, 4K 30/60fps | 8K 24/30fps, 4K 30/60fps |
| Battery | 4,300mAh | 4,900mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired, Wireless | 45W wired, Wireless |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 |
| Fingerprint | In-display | In-display |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2mm | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3mm |
| Weight | 167g | 190g |
| Colours | Blue, Black, Purple, White | Blue, Black, Purple, White |
Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ Price In India And Availability
The Samsung Galaxy S26 starts at Rs. 87,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The 512GB model is priced at Rs. 1,07,999.
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ starts at Rs. 1,19,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant. The 512GB option costs Rs. 1,39,999.
In the US, pricing for the Galaxy S26 begins at $899. The Galaxy S26+ starts at $1,099. Both phones come in Blue, Black, Purple, and White colour options. Sales in India will begin via Amazon and Samsung’s official online store.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ focus on refinement rather than reinvention.
The 2nm Exynos 2600 chip is the biggest upgrade this year. Samsung is clearly confident about its in-house silicon again. The improved cooling system should help with sustained performance.
The display remains vibrant. The cameras stay reliable. The batteries are practical.
If you want a compact flagship, the Galaxy S26 makes sense. If you prefer a bigger screen and faster charging, the Galaxy S26+ is the better pick.
Samsung is playing it safe. But sometimes, consistency wins.
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