Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price and Expected Specifications

Mumbai, January 21: Samsung may the global launch of its next premium flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, following the record-breaking success of the Galaxy S25 series. Ahead of its launch, several renders about the design have been posted, hinting at its new look. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch expected on February 25, 2026, with San Francisco tipped as the host city. The upcoming Ultra model is being positioned as a major generational upgrade, driven by a shift to 2nm chipset technology and a significantly reworked battery architecture.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price in India (Rumoured)

Despite rising component costs, Samsung is expected to maintain its existing pricing strategy. Reports suggest that the Galaxy S26 Ultra price in India could start at around INR 1,29,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, in line with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Expected on February 25, 2026.

Higher-end configurations, including a 16GB RAM and 1TB storage variant, may be priced as high as INR 1,59,999. Globally, the smartphone is expected to retail at approximately USD 1,300. To improve accessibility, Samsung is likely to offer exchange benefits of up to INR 10,000, along with 24-month no-cost EMI options through partner banks during the launch period.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Date in 2026

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is widely expected to be unveiled on February 25, 2026. Tipster Ice Universe suggests the launch event will take place on a Wednesday, with global availability following shortly after. The delayed schedule is reportedly linked to supply chain optimisation for the new 2nm processor and the introduction of a refined slim-bezel display.

In India, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to follow the global rollout. Pre-orders are expected to begin on February 26, with retail sales possibly starting around March 11, 2026. If confirmed, this would mark Samsung’s latest Galaxy S series launch since 2018, though the extended timeline is expected to ensure better optimisation and launch-day stability.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Specifications and Features (Rumoured)

At the heart of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, custom-designed “For Galaxy”. Built on a 2nm process, the chipset is rumoured to deliver up to 30% improved thermal efficiency. Leaked Geekbench listings have already indicated notable gains in both single-core and multi-core performance.

The device is expected to feature a 6.9-inch Dynamic M14 AMOLED 2X display with a 144Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. Samsung is also reportedly expanding Galaxy AI 2.0 deeper into system-level features, enhancing photography, productivity and on-device intelligence.

Battery upgrades are expected to be among the most significant changes. Samsung is said to be testing silicon-carbon batteries ranging from 6,500mAh to as much as 8,000mAh, a substantial increase over the long-standing 5,000mAh capacity. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is also expected to support 60W wired fast charging, with claims suggesting it could reach 75% charge in around 30 minutes. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Date, Price, Specifications and Features.

On the camera front, the 200MP primary sensor is expected to return with a wider f/1.4 aperture for improved low-light performance. The ultra-wide camera and both telephoto lenses are tipped to feature 50MP sensors, enabling consistent 8K video recording across all focal lengths.

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