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Samsung Galaxy S26
6.3″DisplayAMOLED, 120Hz
Exynos 2600ChipsetSamsung, 2nm
12 GBRAMLPDDR5X
50 MPMain CameraTriple, 3x zoom
4300 mAhBatteryLi-ion
25WFast Charging+Qi2 wireless
YesAI FeaturesGalaxy AI
92%
MC Spec Score
Samsung Galaxy S26 Overview
92%
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⚡ Performance
- Samsung Exynos 2600 (2 nm) chip, deca-core up to 3.8 GHz
- 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.x storage
- Android 16 with 7 years of updates
🖥️ Display
- 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080 x 2340
- 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, up to 2600 nits
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
📷 Rear Camera
- 50MP main camera with OIS and dual pixel PDAF
- 12MP ultrawide and 10MP 3x telephoto camera
- 8K video at 30 fps, 4K up to 60 fps with HDR
🤳 Front Camera
- 12MP selfie camera with autofocus
- 4K video at 60 fps with HDR10+
- Punch-hole display
🔋 Battery
- 4300 mAh battery
- 25W wired fast charging
- Qi2 ready wireless charging up to 15W
- Reverse wireless charging (Wireless PowerShare)
⚙️ General
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- 5G with Nano-SIM and eSIM
- 256GB or 512GB, no card slot
- Cobalt Violet, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Sky Blue and Pink Gold
💲 Price
Price in PKR Rs. 287,999 to Rs. 356,999 — See full pricing below
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MobiCircuit Verdict
Quick answer: Yes, if you want a compact flagship with a bright 6.3-inch 120Hz screen, the Exynos 2600 chip, a 50MP main camera with a 3x telephoto and 7 years of updates, from Rs. 287,999. Skip it if you want the biggest battery, faster charging or a 5x zoom camera. The Samsung S26 is the smaller sibling of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (from Rs. 287,999, checked 3 Nov 2026), also searched as the Samsung S26, is the compact model of Samsung's 2026 flagship line. Its strengths are the fast Exynos 2600 chip with 12 GB of RAM, a bright 120Hz AMOLED screen, a 50MP main camera with a 3x telephoto camera, IP68 and 7 years of updates. Its weak points are the 4300 mAh battery, the 25W charging, the missing 5x zoom camera and the high starting price. Our MC Spec Score for the Samsung Galaxy S26 is 92%.
What's Good
- 1Exynos 2600 chip (2 nm) with 12 GB of RAM
- 250MP main camera with OIS, plus a 3x telephoto camera
- 3Compact 6.3-inch screen with 120Hz
- 4Bright screen, up to 2600 nits
- 5Qi2 ready wireless charging and 7 years of updates
What's Not
- 1High starting price: Rs. 287,999 for 256GB
- 2No 5x periscope telephoto camera (3x only)
- 3No microSD card slot, and wired charging is only 25W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Price in Pakistan (PKR)
Price in PKR
256GBSamsung PakistanRs. 287,999
512GBLaunch priceRs. 356,999
Disclaimer: Prices are retailer market prices and may change with the dollar rate and from seller to seller. We do not guarantee this page is 100% accurate — always confirm with an authorized retailer before purchase. Price last checked: 3 Nov 2026.
Global price: from $900 | €1,000 (256GB, MSRP) ·
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256GB: $900 | €1,000
512GB: $1,100 | €1,200
512GB: $1,100 | €1,200
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Full Specifications
Design
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight
167 g
Build
Glass front and back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminium frame
Colours
Cobalt Violet, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Sky Blue, Pink Gold
Water/Dust
IP68
Display
Size
6.3 inches, ~90% screen-to-body ratio
Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, LTPO, HDR10+
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px, 19.5:9, 411 ppi
Refresh Rate
120 Hz (variable 1-120 Hz)
Brightness
Up to 2600 nits
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Platform
Chipset
Samsung Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
CPU
Deca-core, up to 3.8 GHz (1 + 3 + 6)
GPU
Xclipse 960
OS
Android 16
Memory
RAM
12 GB (256GB and 512GB models), LPDDR5X
Storage
256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.x)
Card Slot
No
Rear Camera
Wide
50 MP, f/1.8, 24 mm, 1/1.56″, OIS, dual pixel PDAF
Telephoto
10 MP, f/2.4, 67 mm, 3x optical zoom, OIS, PDAF
Ultrawide
12 MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, 120° field of view
Video
8K at 24/30 fps, 4K up to 60 fps, 1080p up to 240 fps, 10-bit HDR
Front Camera
Camera
12 MP, f/2.2, dual pixel PDAF, HDR10+
Video
4K at 60 fps
AI Features
AI features
Galaxy AI, Gemini and Bixby
Battery & Charging
Capacity
4300 mAh, Li-ion
Fast charging (wired)
25W wired (USB Power Delivery)
Wireless
Qi2 ready wireless charging up to 15W; reverse wireless charging (Wireless PowerShare)
Charging time
0 to 100% in about 64 min; about 62% in 30 min (tested)
Connectivity
Cellular
2G / 3G / 4G LTE / 5G (sub-6GHz)
Wi-Fi / BT
Wi-Fi 6, 6E and 7; Bluetooth 5.4
Port
USB Type-C, USB 3.2
Other
NFC
Sensors
Biometric
Ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint, face unlock
Motion
Accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, barometer, ambient light, proximity
Other
Volume keys, lock key
Audio
Speakers
Stereo (earpiece + loudspeaker)
3.5mm Jack
No
General
SIM
Nano-SIM + eSIM
Software
Android 16, 7 years of updates
Released
11 March 2026
Benchmarks
AnTuTu
3,113,347 (CPU 1,030,159, GPU 1,215,533, Memory 383,071, UX 484,584)
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
6,543 (UL Benchmarks 3DMark)
Source
Public benchmark database (AnTuTu). Scores are only for comparing phones: a higher number means a faster phone
Disclaimer: We do not guarantee that the specifications on this page are 100% accurate and up to date — always verify critical details with an authorized retailer before purchase.
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Samsung Galaxy S26: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Samsung Galaxy S26 price in Pakistan?
The Samsung S26 price in Pakistan starts from Rs. 287,999 for the 256GB model on the Samsung Pakistan store (checked 3 Nov 2026). The 512GB model was launched at Rs. 356,999, and shops may sell it for less or more. Prices change with the dollar rate, so confirm with the seller.
What is the Samsung S26 release date?
Samsung announced the Galaxy S26 on 25 February 2026, together with the S26+ and the S26 Ultra, and it went on sale on 11 March 2026. It runs Android 16 and gets 7 years of Samsung updates.
Is the Galaxy S26 PTA approved in Pakistan?
Ask the seller to confirm the PTA status in writing, then check the IMEI on the PTA DIRBS service before you pay. Keep the invoice and ask whether the warranty is official Samsung or from the shop.
How good is the Samsung Galaxy S26?
It is one of the best compact Android phones. Our MC Spec Score is 92%. The strengths are the Exynos 2600 chip, the bright 120Hz AMOLED screen, the 50MP main camera with a 3x telephoto camera and IP68. The weak points are the 4300 mAh battery and the 25W wired charging.
What is the difference between the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, S26 Ultra and S26 FE?
The Galaxy S26 is the compact model: 6.3 inches, 167 g, 4300 mAh and 25W charging. The S26 Plus is the middle model with a larger 6.7-inch screen. The S26 Ultra is the top model: 6.9 inches, 214 g, a 200MP main camera, a 5000 mAh battery and 60W charging. The Galaxy S26 FE is a separate model and is not covered on this page.
Samsung S26 vs iPhone 17: which is better?
Choose the S26 if you want a brighter 120Hz screen, a 3x telephoto camera and Android with 7 years of updates. Choose the iPhone 17 if you prefer iOS and the Apple ecosystem. The compare section on this page puts the two side by side.
Does the Galaxy S26 battery last a full day?
For most people, yes, but this is the smallest battery in the S26 line (4300 mAh). Wired charging is 25W: a full charge took about 64 minutes in our tests, with about 62% in 30 minutes. Wireless charging is Qi2 ready at up to 15W.
Is the Galaxy S26 good for gaming?
Yes. The Exynos 2600 chip with 12 GB of RAM scored about 3,113,347 in AnTuTu, which is flagship level. The 120Hz screen keeps games smooth. Long sessions can heat up a compact phone, so a case that lets heat out helps.
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