Highlights
- Samsung is preparing 3.6 million Galaxy S26 Ultra units, nearly six times more than the base S26.
- The S26 Ultra may feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Exynos 2600 (2nm), quad cameras, and design refinements.
- Geekbench listings show the Galaxy S26 with Exynos 2600, 12GB RAM, Android 16, and strong benchmark scores.
- The series could debut Google’s scam detection AI feature, marking its first appearance outside Pixel devices.
Samsung is expected to unveil its Galaxy S26 series in the last week of February. The lineup likely includes the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. While the official launch is still weeks away, fresh leaks have surfaced online, shedding light on Samsung’s production strategy, performance benchmarks, expected specifications, and new software features planned for the upcoming flagship series. Here’s a roundup of all the latest updates.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Production Could Far Exceed Other Models
According to tipster Ice Universe @UniverseIce on X, Samsung is preparing a significantly higher number of Galaxy S26 Ultra units compared to the other models in the lineup. The company is said to be planning the production of around 3.6 million units of the Galaxy S26 Ultra ahead of launch.
In contrast, the standard Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ could see initial production volumes of roughly 600,000 and 700,000 units, respectively.
This suggests Samsung may manufacture nearly six times more Galaxy S26 Ultra units than the base Galaxy S26 model. The move reportedly reflects Samsung’s expectation that the Ultra variant will outperform the other models in sales.
However, the company has not officially confirmed these figures or the launch timeline, so the information should be treated cautiously.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra – Expected Specs
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s octa-core 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset in select markets. In regions such as South Korea, it could instead feature Samsung’s upcoming Exynos 2600 processor, which is reportedly built on a 2nm process.
The smartphone is said to sport a quad rear camera setup and introduce subtle design refinements, including curved corners and a redesigned camera module. More detailed specifications are yet to be confirmed.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Appears on Geekbench
Samsung Galaxy S26 Appears on Geekbench.
A Samsung smartphone carrying the model number SM-S942N has been spotted on the Geekbench database by tipster Anvin @ZionsAnvin on X. This model is believed to be the South Korean variant of the Galaxy S26. The listing reveals a 10-core processor with a prime core clocked at 3.80GHz, indicating the presence of the Exynos 2600 chipset.
The benchmark results show a single-core score of 3,315 and a multi-core score of 11,310. The device is listed with 12GB of RAM and runs on Android 16. This aligns with earlier reports suggesting that Samsung will use its in-house Exynos processor in South Korea and Europe, while markets such as the US, Japan, and China may receive the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 variant.
Samsung Galaxy S26’s South Korean variant (SM-S942N) spotted on Geekbench
– Exynos 2600 (Internal codename: S5E9965)
– 12GB RAM
– Android 16#Samsung #GalaxyS26 #SamsungGalaxyS26 pic.twitter.com/nLW6BYRjSt— Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) February 2, 2026
The Galaxy S26 has also previously appeared on the FCC database with the FCC ID A3LSMS942U.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Specifications (Rumoured)
Leaks suggest that the Galaxy S26 could feature a 6.3-inch Full-HD+ display with up to 2,600 nits of peak brightness and a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Storage options are expected to include 256GB and 512GB variants.
In terms of optics, the handset may come with a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera offering 3x optical zoom. On the front, it is tipped to feature a 12-megapixel selfie camera. The phone could be backed by a 4,300mAh battery with support for 25W charging.
Scam Detection Feature May Arrive on Galaxy S26 Series
A new report from Android Authority, in collaboration with developer AssembleDebug, suggests that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series could support Google’s Pixel-exclusive scam detection feature. A teardown of the Android CallCore app reportedly revealed the flag “com.google.android.apps.callcore.SUPPORTED,” which is also said to appear in Galaxy S26 Ultra log files.
Previously, a teardown of the Phone by Google app version 206.0.857916353 revealed the Galaxy S26 model number in the code, along with an identifier called “Sharpie,” believed to reference the scam detection functionality.
Google first announced scam detection in March 2025. The feature uses on-device artificial intelligence to analyse conversational patterns during calls, detect potential scams, and alert users in real time through audio, haptic feedback, and on-screen warnings. Google has stated that all processing happens on-device, and no call audio or transcriptions are stored or shared.
Currently, scam detection is limited to Google Pixel smartphones and the latest Pixel Watch models. If the feature does arrive on the Galaxy S26 lineup, it would mark the first time a non-Pixel smartphone supports this capability.
Galaxy S26 Series Launch Timeline (Leaked)
A recently leaked Galaxy Unpacked event invite hints that Samsung could introduce the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, Galaxy S26, along with the Galaxy Buds 8 series, on February 25. Despite this, the smartphones are unlikely to go on sale before March. With the rumoured launch date approaching, an official announcement from Samsung could arrive soon.
FAQs
Q1. How many Galaxy S26 Ultra units is Samsung reportedly producing?
Answer. Samsung is tipped to manufacture around 3.6 million Galaxy S26 Ultra units, nearly six times more than the base Galaxy S26, reflecting strong sales expectations.
Q2. What processors will power the Galaxy S26 series?
Answer. The Galaxy S26 Ultra may feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Samsung’s Exynos 2600 (2nm) depending on the region. The standard Galaxy S26 has appeared on Geekbench with the Exynos 2600, showing strong benchmark scores.
Q3. What new feature could debut on the Galaxy S26 lineup?
Answer. Leaks suggest the series may support Google’s scam detection AI feature, marking the first time this Pixel‑exclusive capability could appear on non‑Pixel smartphones.