Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the Galaxy A26 is the cheaper option and the Galaxy S22 Ultra the premium one. The S22 Ultra 5G has a considerably higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the A26's 50MP, plus a 40MP selfie camera against 13MP, and storage goes higher on the S22 Ultra 5G, up to 512GB against 256GB. The S22 Ultra 5G has the sharper display at 500 PPI to 385, and the A26 is the lighter phone at 200g against 228g. Get the S22 Ultra 5G if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the A26 covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A26 is the cheaper buy at £239 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy A26
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.6 10 reviews |
4.6 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1440 x 3080 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 500 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Chipset | 5nm Exynos 1280 | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams | 228 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £239.00 | £284.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a 108 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is the more portable of the two: it's 28g lighter at 200 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.