Samsung Galaxy S26

Samsung Galaxy S26 | S26+
6.3" / 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2nd Gen)
S26: 6.3" (full rectangle) / 6.1" (rounded corners)
S26+: 6.7" (full rectangle) / 6.5" (rounded corners), 1~120Hz, peak 2600 nits
Snapdragon 8 Elite (for Galaxy)
Customised AP
One UI 8.5
50MP Triple Camera System
50MP Wide (F1.8) + 12MP Ultra Wide (F2.2) + 10MP Telephoto (F2.4)
3x Optical Zoom, 2x Optical Quality Zoom, up to 30x Digital Zoom
4300mAh / 4900mAh (Typical value)
S26: 25W; S26+: 45W
30 minutes: S26+ 69%, S26 55%
5G
Supports eSIM (Chinese carriers)
Dual physical SIM slots
12GB + 256GB / 512GB
S26: 12GB + 256GB
S26+: 12GB + 256GB / 512GB
Timeline & Release Details
- Object classification: Smartphone / Mobile Computer
- Model Numbers: SM-S9420 (Galaxy S26, China), SM-S942B (Galaxy S26), SM-S942U (Galaxy S26), SM-S942N (Galaxy S26), SM-S9470 (Galaxy S26+, China)
- Launch Price (MSRP): China ¥6,999 (S26, 12GB+256GB) / ¥7,999 (S26+, 12GB+256GB); USA $899.99 (S26, 256GB) / $1,099.99 (S26+, 256GB); UK £879 (S26, 256GB) / £1,099 (S26+, 256GB)
Regional Model Mapping
| Model | Model Number | Market Range |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S26 | SM-S9420 | China |
| Galaxy S26 | SM-S942B | Not specified |
| Galaxy S26 | SM-S942U | Not specified |
| Galaxy S26 | SM-S942N | Not specified |
| Galaxy S26+ | SM-S9470 | China |
The provided data clearly lists the mapping between the above models and corresponding Chinese models, as well as the initial launch prices in China, the USA, and the UK.
Body & Build
- Galaxy S26 Thickness / Weight: 7.2 mm / 167 g
- Galaxy S26+ Dimensions / Weight: 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm / 190 g
- Water & Dust Resistance: IP68 (up to 1.5m of fresh water for up to 30 mins)
Materials:
- Frame: Enhanced Armor Aluminium frame
- Colors: Midnight Purple, Cloud Blue, Space Black, Snow White
- Exclusive Colors: Mirror Silver, Rose Gold
Display System
- Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2nd Gen)
- Galaxy S26 Size: 6.3 inches (full rectangle) / 6.1 inches (rounded corners)
- Galaxy S26+ Size: 6.7 inches (full rectangle) / 6.5 inches (rounded corners)
- Refresh Rate: 1~120 Hz adaptive refresh rate
- Peak Brightness: 2600 nits
- Resolution (listed): 3120 x 1440 (QHD+, S26+)
Screen type, size, brightness, and refresh rate information are consistent across multiple sources in the provided data.
Camera System (Triple Rear)
Rear Camera Cluster:
- Wide: 50 Megapixels (50MP), F1.8
- Ultra Wide: 12 Megapixels (12MP), F2.2
- Telephoto: 10 Megapixels (10MP), F2.4
- Optical Zoom: 3x Optical Zoom
- Optical Quality Zoom: 2x Optical Quality Zoom
- Digital Zoom: Up to 30x Digital Zoom
Front Camera:
- Selfie Camera: 12 Megapixels (12MP), F2.2
Video Features:
- Nightography Video: Nightography Video
- Super Steady: Super Steady (with horizon lock)
Platform & Software
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite (for Galaxy)
- Memory (listed): 12GB
- Storage Options (listed): 256GB / 512GB
- Operating System (listed): One UI 8.5
- Security: Samsung Knox, Knox Vault
- Performance Features: Vapour chamber cooling system, mDNIe, ProScaler, hardware-based ray tracing
Key Features & Galaxy AI
- Galaxy AI: Photo Assist, Creative Studio, Now Brief, Instant Recommendations, Search functionality, Bixby
- Camera Features: Advanced Nightography
- Design: Atmosphere Island camera module design
Battery & Charging
- Galaxy S26 Battery: 4300mAh (typical value), 4175mAh (rated value)
- Galaxy S26+ Battery: 4900mAh (typical value), 4755mAh (rated value)
- Charging Adapter Support: S26 supports 25W; S26+ supports 45W
- Charging Performance (listed): 30 minutes charging, S26+ reaches 69%, S26 reaches 55%
- Video Playback (listed): Up to approx. 31 hours
In the Box:
- Phone
- Data Cable
- SIM Ejection Pin
- Travel Adapter: Not included
Connectivity & Sensors
- Cellular: 5G
- SIM Profile: Supports eSIM (Chinese carriers) and Dual physical SIM slots
Samsung Galaxy S26 | S26+ - Summary
Samsung Galaxy S26 | S26+ (SM-S9420 / SM-S942B / SM-S942U / SM-S942N / SM-S9470) are listed in the provided data as featuring 6.3/6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2nd Gen) displays, a 50MP triple camera system, 12GB + 256GB/512GB storage combinations, as well as 4300mAh/4900mAh batteries with 25W/45W charging support.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| CN¥6,999 |