Samsung · Mobile
Galaxy S26
Averages 8.1 out of ten across 3 published outlet scores, which span 0.3 points. bitcritiq has not used this product, and this page carries no score of ours.
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What each outlet scored it
| Outlet | Score | Out of ten |
|---|---|---|
| TechRadar | 4 / 5 | 8 |
| CNET | 8.3 / 10 | 8.3 |
| Tom's Guide | 4 / 5 | 8 |
Star ratings are doubled to reach a ten-point scale; outlets already scoring out of ten are unchanged. The average above is the mean of this column.
Who it suits
A Samsung for less than the Ultra
CNET calls it the Samsung phone for most people. TechRadar credits its display and 256GB base storage, and Tom's Guide a larger, brighter screen and strong gaming performance.
Where it falls down. All three reviews count the price rise against it, and TechRadar and CNET call its 25W wired charging slow. The outlets disagree on battery: TechRadar lists long battery life as a strength, Tom's Guide shorter battery life as a weakness.
Where this sits against the alternatives
This product is one of the picks on iPhone 18 Pro Max and Galaxy S26 Ultra Top the Phone Reviews, which compares it against the others that cleared the same three-outlet bar.
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