Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra retains the same built-in S Pen as previous models, but now includes a large 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that supports a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The Snapdragon 8 Elite processor handles the heavy lifting alongside 12GB of RAM, and the camera centers on a 200MP primary image sensor. The Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support and a titanium frame beneath Gorilla Glass on each face.
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A flagship Android phone with a built-in S Pen and a 200MP camera
The S Pen is stored in the phone, so it won’t get lost or misplaced like it would if it were clipped to a case or left loose in your bag. As soon as you pull the S Pen out of its slot, it wakes the screen and opens a note-taking app, making the whole process take about the same time as clicking a pen. Samsung Notes turns your handwritten input into text you can easily search through, and palm rejection means that instead of having to hover your hand over the screen, you can rest it on the display just like you do when taking physical notes.
A 200MP primary image sensor provides more than just massive file sizes, since it uses pixel binning where multiple individual pixels combine to create one much larger pixel. That greatly increases the amount of light captured compared to a smaller sensor, making nighttime shots actually usable instead of being nothing but noise. Detail loss when cropping is also significantly reduced compared to sensors without this technology.
The 6.9-inch AMOLED display adjusts its refresh rate based on what you’re viewing. If you’re reading a static webpage, the refresh rate drops to conserve energy. However, when you start scrolling through an app or gaming, the display will return to 120Hz for a smoother experience while reducing the battery drain of running at a high refresh rate constantly.
Several Galaxy AI features run locally on the device, using internal processing resources to provide functionality that would otherwise require access to remote servers via cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity. These include real-time language translation during a voice call, summarizing lengthy notes, and removing objects from photos and filling in what was behind them. Because these functions use local processing resources, they remain functional even when the device is placed into airplane mode.
To keep weight down, Samsung used titanium in the S26 Ultra frame because it resists bending and denting after a few years of pocket use. Charging occurs through a USB-C port and supports rapid charging at speeds up to 45W. Wireless and reverse wireless charging also let you top off paired earbuds by placing them on the back of the phone, and Samsung ships seven years of OS and security updates with it.