While the Ultra may steal the spotlight at Galaxy Unpacked 2026, not everyone can go all the way for it and that's exactly why the launch of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ matters. You get the same powerful performance, polished design and smart Galaxy AI features in two different sizes.
We already have a dedicated Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch copy in place, so this will focus on the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ specifications, price and availability details.
Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ Specifications and Features
The Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ bring the brand's core flagship experience to two different form factors, while keeping most of the specifications identical.
For starters, both phones feature Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X displays with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Galaxy S26 sports a 6.2-inch Full-HD+ panel, making it the more compact option, while the Galaxy S26+ steps up to a larger 6.7-inch Quad HD+ display for users who prefer more real estate and a sharper screen. Samsung has further slimmed down the bezels this year and both phones retain Armour Aluminium frames, Gorilla Glass protection and IP68 ratings.
Under the hood, the Galaxy S26 duo is powered by the Exynos 2600 chipset, paired with up to 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The phones run One UI 8.5 based on Android 16 out of the box, with Galaxy AI features integrated system-wide.
For photos and videos, the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ pack a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50 MP primary rear camera with OIS, a 12 MP ultra-wide lens and a 10 MP telephoto shooter with 3x optical zoom. On the front, you get a 12 MP selfie camera. Samsung is also promising improved low-light photography, better HDR processing and enhanced AI-assisted zoom clarity.
Battery capacity is one of the key differentiators between the two. The Galaxy S26 packs a 4,000mAh battery with 25W fast wired charging, while the Galaxy S26+ gets a larger 4,900mAh battery with faster 45W charging support. Both phones support wireless and reverse wireless charging.
With that out of the way, here's a quick look at the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ specifications at a glance:
| Specifications | Galaxy S26 | Galaxy S26+ |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Full-HD+, 2,600 nits | 6.2-inch LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Quad HD+, 2,600 nits |
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Exynos 2600 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Rear Cameras | 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP | 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4,000mAh | 4,900mAh |
| Charging | 25W | 45W |
Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ Price in India and Sale Date
Samsung has priced the Galaxy S26 series not much differently than last year and here's a quick rundown of it:
Galaxy S26 Price in India
- 12 GB + 256 GB - Rs 87,999
- 12 GB + 512 GB - Rs 1,07,999
Galaxy S26+ Price in India
- 12 GB + 256 GB - Rs 1,19,999
- 12 GB + 512 GB - Rs 1,39,999
The Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ will go on sale in India starting early March 2026 via Samsung's official website, major e-commerce platforms and offline retail stores. Pre-booking benefits include instant bank discounts and storage upgrade offers for early buyers.
While the Galaxy S26 comes in the Cobalt Violet, Black, Sky Blue and White colour options, the Plus arrives in the Cobalt Violet and Black options only. Apart from that, the phones can also be purchased in the Pink Gold and Silver Shadow colour options exclusively via Samsung.com.
For those who want the premium Samsung flagship experience without going all the way for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ might just hit the sweet spot in 2026.
