Should you buy Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in 2026?
Yes, it's a good buy now if it fits how you use your phone.
- 7 years of promised software updates left.
- The official price went up to ₹1,54,999 on 23 September 2026 (it was ₹1,39,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
- The next model, Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, is expected February 2027 (likely).
₹1,54,999 today, checked 19 October 2026. Our verdict combines 8 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
The official price went up to ₹1,54,999 on 23 September 2026 (it was ₹1,39,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
Buy it if
- Photos matter a lot to you
- You want a battery that easily lasts a long day
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open
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Better for some buyers
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro (₹1,64,900): A small, very fast premium iPhone with a brighter screen, better battery and quicker charging than last year.Compare
- Xiaomi 17 Ultra (₹1,39,999): One of the best camera phones you can buy in India, with Leica-tuned lenses and a strong zoom.Compare
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (₹1,34,999): Google's big premium Pixel with one of the brightest screens, great cameras and long battery life.Compare
Common questions
- Is Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra worth buying in 2026?
- Yes, it's a good buy now if it fits how you use your phone. 7 years of promised software updates left. The official price went up to ₹1,54,999 on 23 September 2026 (it was ₹1,39,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help. The next model, Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, is expected February 2027 (likely).
- Who should not buy Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
- Most buyers will be happy with it. The biggest catch: Expensive, small upgrade over the S25 Ultra, and the US price went up another $100 (about ₹9,500) in October 2026.
- Who is Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra best for?
- Photos matter a lot to you. You want a battery that easily lasts a long day. You play heavy games or keep many apps open.
- What should I buy instead of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro at ₹1,64,900 is the closest rival. A small, very fast premium iPhone with a brighter screen, better battery and quicker charging than last year.