Category Breakdown
Camera
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Main sensor resolution
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18 Pro Max
Battery capacity (8,500 mAh)
WinsCharging
18 Pro Max
Wired charging speed (100W)
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Galaxy S26 Ultra
AnTuTu benchmark (3,892,165 pts)
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Screen size
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Galaxy S26 Ultra
Total weight (214g)
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Specs-per-dollar (server score)
≈ TieFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | Galaxy S26 Ultra | 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.9" | 6.9" | |
| 1,440 × 3,120 | 1,208 × 2,624 | |
| Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | LTPO AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 2,160Hz | |
| 2,600 nits | 4,000 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Quad | Triple | |
| 5x | 3.2x | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| 3,892,165 | — | |
| 11,566 | — | |
| 7,744 | — | |
| 16 GB | 16 GB | |
| 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,000 mAh | 8,500 mAh | |
| 60W | 100W | |
| 25W | 50W | |
Build | ||
| 214g | 235g | |
| 7.9mm | 8.4mm | |
| Gorilla Armor 2 front, Victus 2 back, Aluminum frame | Glass front (Dragon Crystal Glass 3), aluminum frame | |
| IP68 | IP68 | |
| Ultra Flagship | Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best daily flagship
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
It delivers high-end performance in a lighter, more manageable 214-gram design.
Best battery life
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The massive 8500mAh battery and 100W charging are perfect for power users needing longevity.