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title: "Samsung Galaxy S26: price in India, specs and scores"
url: https://findbestphones.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-s26/
updated: 2026-10-24
source: "FindBestPhones"
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# Samsung Galaxy S26

The Samsung Galaxy S26 launched in India on 25 February 2026, went on sale on 10 March 2026 and costs ₹87,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant (current price, 24 October 2026). It has Samsung Exynos 2600, a 6.3-inch AMOLED 120Hz display, a 4,300 mAh battery with 25W charging and a 50 MP main camera. Its overall score is 66/100, #39 of 76 phones we rank in India (2026-10-24).

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## Price in India

| Variant | Price | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12GB/256GB | ₹87,999 | launch | 2026-02-25 |
| 12GB/512GB | ₹1,07,999 | launch | 2026-02-25 |
| 12GB/256GB | ₹99,999 | current | 2026-09-20 |
| 12GB/512GB | ₹1,19,999 | current | 2026-09-20 |
| 12GB/256GB | ₹87,999 | current | 2026-10-24 |
| 12GB/512GB | ₹1,07,999 | current | 2026-10-24 |

## Display

- Size: 6.3 inches
- Panel: AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120Hz
- LTPO: Yes
- Peak brightness: 2,600 nits (maker-stated)
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Pixel density: 409 ppi (calculated)

## Performance

- Chipset: Samsung Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
- Geekbench 6 (chip, typical): 3,197 single-core / 11,012 multi-core
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB
- Expandable storage: Not confirmed

## Cameras

- Main camera: 50 MP, 1/1.56-inch sensor, f/1.8, OIS
- Ultrawide camera: 12 MP, 1/2.55-inch sensor
- Telephoto camera: 10 MP, 1/3.94-inch sensor, OIS
- Front camera: 12 MP
- Rear video: Up to 4K; 4K up to 60 fps
- 4K selfie video: Not confirmed

## Battery and charging

- Battery: 4,300 mAh
- Wired charging: 25W
- Wireless charging: Not confirmed
- Charger in the box: Not confirmed

## Design and build

- Dimensions: 149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm
- Weight: 167 g
- Water and dust resistance: No IP rating confirmed
- Frame: Not confirmed
- Colours: Not confirmed
- Form factor: Bar (non-folding)

## Software

- OS at launch: Android 16
- OS upgrades promised: 7 years
- Security updates promised: 7 years
- Near-stock Android: No

## Connectivity and audio

- 5G: Yes
- eSIM: Not confirmed
- NFC: Not confirmed
- Wi-Fi: Not confirmed
- 3.5 mm headphone jack: Not confirmed
- Stereo speakers: Not confirmed

## Scores

- Overall: 66/100 (#39 of 76)
- Camera: 59/100 (#27 of 87)
- Video: 84/100 (#17 of 47)
- Selfie: not enough data
- Battery: 32/100 (#135 of 141)
- Charging: 46/100 (#87 of 132)
- Performance: 93/100 (#10 of 121)
- Gaming: 81/100 (#18 of 101)
- Display: 84/100 (#57 of 127)
- Software support: 100/100 (#8 of 97)
- Durability: 25/100 (#130 of 141)
- Audio: not enough data
- Value: 29/100 (#58 of 76)

## Compared with phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000

- Its 4,300 mAh battery is larger than only 14% of the 21 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its 25W wired charging is faster than only 0% of the 19 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its 2,600-nit peak brightness is brighter than only 16% of the 19 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its 120Hz refresh rate is higher than only 5% of the 21 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its Samsung Exynos 2600 (Geekbench 6 multi-core ~11,012) is faster than 79% of the 19 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its 1/1.56-inch main sensor is larger than only 14% of the 21 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.
- Its 167 g weight is lighter than 95% of the 20 other phones priced ₹66,000–₹1,10,000 we track.

## FAQ

**What is the price of the Samsung Galaxy S26 in India?**
12GB/256GB: ₹87,999 (current, 2026-10-24); 12GB/512GB: ₹1,07,999 (current, 2026-10-24).

**When was the Samsung Galaxy S26 launched in India?**
25 February 2026; it went on sale on 10 March 2026.

**Which processor does the Samsung Galaxy S26 use?**
Samsung Exynos 2600.

**What is the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy S26?**
4,300 mAh, with 25W wired charging.

**Does the Samsung Galaxy S26 support 5G?**
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S26 supports 5G.

**How many years of updates will the Samsung Galaxy S26 get?**
7 years of OS upgrades and 7 years of security updates, as promised by Samsung.

## Sources

- Google Fi spec page (dimensions, 2600 nits): https://fi.google.com/about/phones/samsung-galaxy-s26-specs (accessed 2026-10-17)
- securityUpdatesYears (gap-fill search, unrated confidence): https://www.notebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-S26-launches-as-a-new-compact-Android-flagship-smartphone-with-seven-year-update-promise.1234641.0.html (accessed 2026-10-24)

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