Samsung Galaxy S26

First: Samsung Galaxy S26

A lot of people think bigger is better when buying a phone. But if you've actually used a 6.9-inch or even 7-inch phone, you'll know that one-handed use is really awkward. The S26 has a 6.3-inch screen, and in my opinion, that's just about right. It's an AMOLED flat display with adaptive 1-120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2600 nits. Samsung's screen tuning has always been solid, so watching videos or scrolling through news feels great.

The camera setup is a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 10MP 3x telephoto lens. That covers most everyday shooting needs. The 3x optical zoom is especially handy for portraits or capturing distant subjects—you don't have to physically move closer.

Performance-wise, it runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor. The system responds quickly, and you almost never run into lag in daily use. The battery is 4300mAh, with 25W wired and 20W wireless charging. It easily gets you through a normal day.

Second: Samsung Galaxy S26+

If you think the 6.3-inch screen is a bit too small, the Galaxy S26+ might be the one. You can think of it as the big-screen version of the S26. The screen goes up to 6.7 inches, and the resolution gets bumped to 2K—still with adaptive 1-120Hz refresh and 2600 nits peak brightness. The biggest difference you'll notice is sharpness. 2K resolution really shines on a larger screen, especially when reading articles or looking at photos—edges are clearer and details pop more. If you're a big-screen fan, this display is noticeably better than the standard model.

The camera setup is exactly the same as the S26: 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP 3x telephoto. Samsung has used this combo for several generations, and the upside is stability—photos look good and hold up well over time.

Performance is the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 across all three models, no difference here. But the battery jumps to 4900mAh, and wired charging gets upgraded to 45W. Daily use feels much more relaxed with that extra juice.

The S26+ has always been a bit of a controversial model in Samsung's lineup. Some people think paying an extra thousand for just a bigger screen and battery isn't worth it. But from actual experience, this generation's S26+ is actually more comfortable than many people expect.

Third: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

If the first two are flagship phones, the Ultra is like a top-tier flagship that throws in every feature possible. The screen is 6.9 inches, a 2K AMOLED panel with adaptive 1-120Hz refresh, plus a privacy screen feature. The immersion is really strong—watching movies, gaming, or scrolling through content feels much bigger. Samsung's display tuning stays solid, and at 2600 nits peak brightness, you won't struggle to see it outdoors.

The camera is where the Ultra truly shines. The main sensor goes all the way to 200MP, paired with a 50MP ultrawide, a 50MP 5x periscope telephoto, and a 10MP 3x telephoto. This combination covers almost every focal length from ultra-wide to far zoom.

Performance is the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, but the Ultra also adds an S Pen stylus. If you often take notes, mark up documents, or do simple sketches, that pen becomes really useful. The battery is 5000mAh, supporting 60W wired and 25W wireless charging.

local price in China: $764