Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra -- priced at $1,300 -- comes packed with maximum features that, for most people, is more than necessary. For the rest of us, last year's $800 Galaxy S25 is a standout among its Galaxy counterparts. Even with the release of the S26, the S25 remains a solid pick because it has much of the same hardware, software and AI capabilities as it pricier (and newer) peers. The Galaxy S25 has a very capable triple rear camera setup that is versatile in capturing bright outdoor scenes and candid moments inside under mixed lighting. Overall, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is ideal for And

As revealed during the Samsung Unpacked event, the S26 series consists of the base model, along with the S26 Plus and S26 Ultra. The S26 and S26 Plus have a $100 price hike when compared to their predecessors, but all three phones in the series have top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip and Galaxy AI. The base model got a larger display and battery, too. And the Ultra now has a slimmer and lighter build with an aluminum frame, plus it has an improved battery, camera and display. You can read more about these changes in our coverage from CNET's Abrar Al-Heeti and Patrick Holland.

Prices differ depending on the model and the amount of storage you buy. Samsung Galaxy S26: From $900Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus: From $1,100Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: From $1,300

The S26 series comes in cobalt violet, sky blue, black and white. There are also two online exclusive colors: silver shadow and pink gold, which are only available at Samsung. Shopping for a previous Samsung Galaxy model? Our roundup of the best S25 deals includes sales on the entire Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup.