Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus

Compare Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2…

Samsung

Galaxy S27 Plus

$1,049

10categories won

8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, outperforming on measurable specifications. In camera testing, the Galaxy S26 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Galaxy S27 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 Ultra if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 5,000 mAh.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S27 Plus

Galaxy S27 Plus provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S26 Ultra

Galaxy S26 Ultra wins photography with 200MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S27 Plus

Galaxy S27 Plus wins on budget and value at $1049 compared to $1299.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S27 Plus: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Screen size	6.9"	6.75"
Resolution	1440 x 3120	1440 x 3120
Pixel density	498 ppi	509 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2400 nits	3300 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	3 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	2,400,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	8900	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	16 GB	16 GB
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Main sensor	200 MPWinner	50 MP
Rear cameras	4Winner	3
Optical zoom	5xWinner	3x
Ultrawide	50 MP	50 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,100 mAh
Wired charging	60 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Weight	214 g	194 gWinner
Thickness	7.9 mm	7.3 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
Operating system	Android 16	Android 17
OS updates	7 years	7 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Galaxy S27 Plus
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,299	$1,049Winner