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SamsungTechnical Specification MatrixAI Enhanced AnalysisAnalysis Date: 8 November 2026Evaluated at £1,099

Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a high-end bar-form smartphone driven by a 10-core Samsung Exynos 2600 processor, 12 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of internal storage. It features a flat 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 3120 x 1440 resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The triple-camera array features a 50-megapixel primary sensor with Optical Image Stabilization.

8.0/ 10
Andote Tech Score
Evaluated at £1,099
Price-Tier Avg: 8.2/10
Rated on 8 November 2026
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Relative Benchmark Scoring (1–10)

vs Price Tier Competitors
RAM Capacity12GB
Hardware Spec Score
8.5/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
8.2/10(Excellent)
Internal Storage256GB
Hardware Spec Score
7.5/10(Very Good)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.3/10(Very Good)
Battery Capacity4900 mAh
Hardware Spec Score
7.0/10(Very Good)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
6.8/10(Above Average)
Refresh Rate120Hz
Hardware Spec Score
8.3/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
8.0/10(Excellent)
Main Camera Resolution50MP
Hardware Spec Score
8.0/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.7/10(Very Good)
Weight190g
Hardware Spec Score
8.0/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.7/10(Very Good)
Processor Boost Frequency3800Hz
Hardware Spec Score
8.5/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
8.2/10(Excellent)
Optical Zoom3
Hardware Spec Score
8.5/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
8.2/10(Excellent)
How We Calculate This Score

Our objective rating combines Hardware Spec Quality (measuring real-world component power benchmarked across the entire category on a 1–10 scale) with a Price-to-Value Index (evaluating technical capability relative to selling price). User reviews and merchant sponsorships do not influence this score.

Score Deciding Factors10 Key drivers
✓Tier-1 Brand (Samsung)
Premium manufacturer reliability & build qualityTier-1 Standing
•High-End Price Bracket£1099
High-end product priced in the upper bracketPremium Tier
✓High-End RAM Capacity12GB
Top-tier capability in this category8.5/10
•Standard Internal Storage256GB
Solid standard benchmark for category7.5/10
•Standard Battery Capacity4900 mAh
Solid standard benchmark for category7.0/10
✓High-End Refresh Rate120Hz
Top-tier capability in this category8.3/10
✓High-End Main Camera Resolution50MP
Top-tier capability in this category8.0/10
✓Lightweight Weight190g
Top-tier capability in this category8.0/10
✓High-End Processor Boost Frequency3.8 GHz
Top-tier capability in this category8.5/10
✓High-End Optical Zoom3.0
Top-tier capability in this category8.5/10
Key Technical Strengths
  • ✓10-core Samsung Exynos 2600 processor with 3.8 GHz boost frequency
  • ✓High-density 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (516 ppi) with 120 Hz refresh rate
  • ✓IP68 dust and water resistance rating
  • ✓Lightweight bar form factor at 190 g and 7.3 mm depth
Technical Limitations & Trade-offs
  • ✕Storage is capped at 256 GB with no micro-SD card expansion slot
  • ✕AC adapter is excluded from the standard retail packaging
  • ✕Fixed internal battery design prevents user replacement

Complete Technical Specifications

Manufacturer-verified hardware specifications with contextual AI metric explanations.

What this metric means:

The triple-camera configuration with OIS covers multiple focal lengths from ultra-wide to 3x optical telephoto, supporting high-resolution 8K video capture.

PanoramaYes
Auto FocusYes
Flash TypeLED
Digital Zoom30x
Optical Zoom3x
Portrait ModeYes
Image StabilizerYes
Rear Camera TypeTriple camera
Slow Motion ModeYes
Slow Motion Rate240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Front Camera TypeSingle camera
Rear Camera FlashYes
Maximum Frame Rate30 fps
Ai Scene RecognitionYes
Image Stabilizer TypeOptical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Video Recording Modes4320p, 2160p, 1080p, 720p
Rear Camera Pixel Size1 µm
Front Camera Pixel Size1.12 µm
Rear Camera Sensor Size1/1.56"
Front Camera Sensor Size1/3.2"
Rear Camera Aperture Number1.8
Resolution At Capture Speed7680x4320@30fps, 3840x2160@60fps, 3840x2160@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 1280x720@30fps
Front Camera Aperture Number2.2
Third Rear Camera Pixel Size1 µm
Video Capture Resolution Max7680 x 4320 pixels
Second Rear Camera Pixel Size1.4 µm
Third Rear Camera Sensor Size1/3.94"
Rear Camera50 MP
Second Rear Camera Sensor Size1/2.55"
Front Camera Resolution Numeric12 MP
Third Rear Camera Aperture Number2.2
Second Rear Camera Aperture Number2.4
Rear Camera Field Of View Fov Angle85°
Front Camera Field Of View Fov Angle85°
Third Rear Camera Resolution Numeric10 MP
Second Rear Camera Resolution Numeric10 MP
Third Rear Camera Field Of View Fov Angle36°
Second Rear Camera Field Of View Fov Angle120°
What this metric means:

The 10-core Exynos 2600 processor combined with 12 GB of RAM delivers high processing speeds and multitasking efficiency, while the 256 GB storage tier provides standard local capacity without micro-SD expansion.

User Memory220.1 GB
RAM12 GB
Compatible Memory CardsNot supported
Internal storage capacity256GB
What this metric means:

The 6.7-inch QHD+ display pairs a high 516 ppi pixel density with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 2600 cd/m² peak HDR brightness for sharp visual output and fluid motion.

Screen ShapeFlat
Pixel Density516 ppi
Display Size17 cm (6.7")
Display Brightness1500 cd/m²
Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass
Display Resolution3120 x 1440 pixels
Maximum Refresh Rate120 Hz
Gorilla Glass VersionGorilla Glass Victus 2
Rounded Display CornersYes
Display Number Of Colours16 million colours
Brand Specific TechnologiesAlways-on display
Maximum Display Brightness Hdr2600 cd/m²
Display Technology Marketing NameDynamic AMOLED 2X
What this metric means:

The 10-core Exynos 2600 processor combined with 12 GB of RAM delivers high processing speeds and multitasking efficiency, while the 256 GB storage tier provides standard local capacity without micro-SD expansion.

Processor Cores10
Processor2600
Processor FamilySamsung Exynos
Processor Frequency3.26 GHz
Processor ArchitectureARM C1-Ultra+C1-Pro
Processor Boost Frequency3.8 GHz
What this metric means:

The 4900 mAh battery supports USB PD charging up to 45 W, balancing high-capacity endurance with rapid power input.

Battery Capacity4900 mAh
Removable BatteryNo
Battery Endurance In Cycles1200
Continuous Video Playback Time Max31 h