SAMSUNG Galaxy S26 Ultra SM-S948U 512 GB 12 GB Android 16 5G Black prepaid
A 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X QHD+ smartphone with octa-core Oryon processor, 12 GB RAM, 512 GB storage, Android 16 and 5G
- Main screen size6.9 in (17.5 cm)
- 9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X QHD+ display shows content in vivid 3120 x 1440 detail
- Octa-core Oryon processor with 4.74 GHz dual-core and 3.60 GHz hexa-core delivers responsive multitasking
- 12 GB RAM keeps demanding apps and background tasks running smoothly
- 512 GB storage provides ample space for media, files and applications
- Android 16 with 5G connectivity offers modern software features and fast mobile data
Product identity
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra SM-S948U is a new, no-contract smartphone with 512 GB storage and 12 GB RAM. It runs Android 16 on a Qualcomm SM8850-AC octa-core processor clocked at 4.74 GHz and 3.60 GHz. The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel delivers QHD+ 3120 x 1440 resolution.
Who it suits
Buyers who want a large, high-resolution display with a built-in privacy screen that hides content from side views will find this model useful. The 512 GB capacity suits users storing extensive media libraries. Shoppers needing a smaller handset or expandable storage should look elsewhere.
Deciding spec
The integrated Privacy Display that manually obscures the full screen or selected apps from off-axis viewing is the single feature that determines whether this handset matches the buyer's privacy requirements.
How it compares
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- Price $950.99
- Pricier than about 93% of the 646 comparable items (median $180.49).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Samsung |
| Display | |
| Main screen size | 6.9 in (17.5 cm) |
Questions about this item
What does the 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X QHD+ 3120 x 1440 display mean for daily use?
The 6.9-inch panel shows content at 3120 by 1440 resolution with a billion-colour depth, and the built-in Privacy Display can be toggled to shield the screen from side views or hide specific apps and notifications.
How does the Qualcomm SM8850-AC SoC with Octa-core 4.74 GHz and 3.60 GHz clocks perform in practice?
The octa-core layout pairs two 4.74 GHz Oryon cores with six 3.60 GHz Oryon cores, delivering the highest graphical throughput yet on a Galaxy phone and driving AI-enhanced ProScaler upscaling for sharper images.
What physical size should I expect for the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The handset uses a 6.9-inch bar form factor in black, so it fits the footprint of a large flagship smartphone without any moving parts or separate modules.
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