Which phone is lighter?

Galaxy S26 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 214 g (47 g difference).

Which phone is thinner?

Galaxy S26 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra at 7.9 mm (0.70 mm difference).

Which phone is easier to carry?

Galaxy S26 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, 214 g).

Which phone is better for one-handed use?

Galaxy S26 is better for one-handed use with a 71.7 mm width, 149.6 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 78.1 mm, 163.6 mm, and 214 g.

Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

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Comparison Summary

Galaxy S26 Ultra is significantly wider than Galaxy S26 (78.1 mm vs 71.7 mm), Galaxy S26 Ultra is significantly heavier (214 g vs 167 g), and Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably thicker (7.9 mm vs 7.2 mm). Galaxy S26 Ultra is 6.4 mm wider and 14 mm taller than Galaxy S26, making Galaxy S26 Ultra signi...

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Smaller body

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (71.7 × 149.6 mm) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 mm).

Lighter weight

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (167 g) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (214 g), 47 g lighter.

Thinner design

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (7.2 mm) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (7.9 mm).

Pocketability

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm).

Larger overall size

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Galaxy S26 Ultra is 6.4 mm wider and 14 mm taller than Galaxy S26 (78.1 × 163.6 mm vs 71.7 × 149.6 mm).

Dimensions Table

Dimension	Galaxy S26	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Difference
Width	71.7 mm	78.1 mm	+6.4 mm
Height	149.6 mm	163.6 mm	+14 mm
Thickness	7.2 mm	7.9 mm	+0.7 mm
Weight	167 g	214 g	+47 g

Real-World Feel

Galaxy S26 is easier to grip one-handed with a 71.7 mm width and 149.6 mm height, while Galaxy S26 Ultra may require more finger stretching (78.1 mm × 163.6 mm).
Galaxy S26 slides into pockets more comfortably at 7.2 mm thick, and Galaxy S26 has the smaller overall body for vertical pocket storage.
Galaxy S26 (167 g) feels noticeably lighter during extended one-handed use than Galaxy S26 Ultra (214 g), a 47 g difference that adds up over time.
Galaxy S26 Ultra takes up more desk and bag space at 78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, while Galaxy S26 leaves more room for cases, chargers, and other items.

Which is Bigger?

Overall size: Galaxy S26 Ultra is 6.4 mm wider and 14 mm taller than Galaxy S26, making Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly larger overall.
Width: Galaxy S26 Ultra is wider (78.1 mm vs 71.7 mm, +6.4 mm).
Height: Galaxy S26 Ultra is taller (163.6 mm vs 149.6 mm, +14 mm).

Weight Comparison

Galaxy S26 Ultra weighs 214 g and Galaxy S26 weighs 167 g — a difference of 47 g. Galaxy S26 Ultra is 28.1% heavier than Galaxy S26.

Thickness Comparison

Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.9 mm thick and Galaxy S26 is 7.2 mm thick (+0.7 mm). Galaxy S26 Ultra is the thicker device in hand.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?: Galaxy S26 Ultra is 6.4 mm wider and 14 mm taller than Galaxy S26 (78.1 × 163.6 mm vs 71.7 × 149.6 mm).
Which phone is lighter?: Galaxy S26 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 214 g (47 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?: Galaxy S26 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra at 7.9 mm (0.70 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?: Galaxy S26 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, 214 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?: Galaxy S26 is better for one-handed use with a 71.7 mm width, 149.6 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 78.1 mm, 163.6 mm, and 214 g.

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