The FE is bigger and has the bigger battery; the S26 is more compact and newer. Let's see which is closer to you.
Short answer
Galaxy S26 FE - a bigger display, a 4900 mAh battery, 45 W, 512 GB and a lower price. Galaxy S26 - compact (167 g), the 2 nm Exynos 2600, 12 GB of RAM and Wi-Fi 7.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Samsung Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Samsung Exynos 2500 | Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Display | 6.7", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz | 6.3", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W / 15 W wireless | 25 W / 15 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.4 mm / 193 g | 7.2 mm / 167 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Size and battery
The FE has 6.7 inches and 4900 mAh, the S26 6.3 inches and 4300 mAh. The FE lasts longer and charges at 45 W.
Performance
Samsung Exynos 2500 and Samsung Exynos 2600. The S26 is newer and has 12 GB of RAM.
Cameras
Both have three cameras with a telephoto and 8K video - the difference is small.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Battery and price - Galaxy S26 FE.
- Compactness and the new chip - Galaxy S26.
FAQ
Which has the bigger battery?
The S26 FE - 4900 mAh.
Which is lighter?
The Galaxy S26 - 167 g.
What charging does the S26 FE have?
45 W.