Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,392 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,392 reviews
5 Stars
11,695
4 Stars
1,350
3 Stars
208
2 Stars
55
1 Star
84
65%of customers recommend this product.
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92 out of
142)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Incredible. Simply Incredible
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: PLMJS26
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy AI features especially for photo editing, movie/video editing is just incredible. The camera is next level. I can't think of anything negative at this time.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
My new perfect device!
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Sovestdp
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m really impressed with my new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. I absolutely love it.
It feels much better in the hand compared to previous models, which makes a big difference in daily use. The charging speed is incredibly fast — super convenient when you’re always on the go.
The AI features are truly amazing. They actually help me in my work and make everyday tasks easier and more efficient.
I’ve been a Samsung user since the Galaxy S4, and it’s great to see how much the technology has evolved. This phone definitely lives up to expectations.
Highly recommend!
It feels much better in the hand compared to previous models, which makes a big difference in daily use. The charging speed is incredibly fast — super convenient when you’re always on the go.
The AI features are truly amazing. They actually help me in my work and make everyday tasks easier and more efficient.
I’ve been a Samsung user since the Galaxy S4, and it’s great to see how much the technology has evolved. This phone definitely lives up to expectations.
Highly recommend!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The "Power User" Choice (Best for Technical Depth)
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Raghda
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has officially landed as the "everything and the kitchen sink" flagship of 2026. While it looks familiar at first glance, Samsung has focused on refinement, ergonomic recovery, and a few high-tech party tricks that actually serve a purpose.
Here is the breakdown of how the S26 Ultra stacks up:
1. The Display: Privacy at a Pixel Level
The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel remains the gold standard, but the headline feature is the Privacy Display.
The Tech: It uses per-pixel light control to drastically reduce viewing angles on demand. If you're on a train or in a meeting, you can "lock" the screen so only you, looking head-on, can see the content.
The Trade-off: When active, you might notice a slight dip in peak brightness and a shift in color accuracy. However, at 2,600 nits peak brightness and a variable 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate, it’s still a visual powerhouse for HDR content and gaming.
2. Performance & Thermals
Under the hood is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (for Galaxy).
Gaming & Multitasking: With 12GB or 16GB of RAM, it handles heavy sustained loads significantly better than previous generations. Samsung finally addressed thermal throttling by enlarging the vapor chamber cooling system, meaning frame rates stay stable during long sessions.
Efficiency: The 3nm architecture makes it noticeably more efficient, though the battery capacity is still stuck at 5,000mAh.
3. The Camera: A Low-Light Monster
While the sensor resolution stays at 2
Here is the breakdown of how the S26 Ultra stacks up:
1. The Display: Privacy at a Pixel Level
The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel remains the gold standard, but the headline feature is the Privacy Display.
The Tech: It uses per-pixel light control to drastically reduce viewing angles on demand. If you're on a train or in a meeting, you can "lock" the screen so only you, looking head-on, can see the content.
The Trade-off: When active, you might notice a slight dip in peak brightness and a shift in color accuracy. However, at 2,600 nits peak brightness and a variable 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate, it’s still a visual powerhouse for HDR content and gaming.
2. Performance & Thermals
Under the hood is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (for Galaxy).
Gaming & Multitasking: With 12GB or 16GB of RAM, it handles heavy sustained loads significantly better than previous generations. Samsung finally addressed thermal throttling by enlarging the vapor chamber cooling system, meaning frame rates stay stable during long sessions.
Efficiency: The 3nm architecture makes it noticeably more efficient, though the battery capacity is still stuck at 5,000mAh.
3. The Camera: A Low-Light Monster
While the sensor resolution stays at 2
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Upgraded from ultra 24 to the 26 and so far it is
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Virgo63
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my phone for multitasking I upgraded from ultra 24 to 26 ultra so far so good I am loving it
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great all around phone.
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Njj924
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The new camera aperture seems to work better than the S25 ultra in low-light.
Looking forward to really testing it out.
The phone runs fast on gaming and all around use.
Battery lasts all day and the new 60W charging charges the phone super fast
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Works amazingly
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: NateTheGreat
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Having no issues with the new Ultra 26, it's super smooth with anything I use it for, gaming is good quality, and watching shows/movies are pretty good as well!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Almost perfect
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: MikeDub512
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Using aluminum for frame of phone makes it feel lighter but less premium. Not bringing back straight edges & straight corners is a miss as well. Still missing the bigger bluetooth s-pen from S24 ultra. I will say the privacy display is very inventive & the main reason I finally upgraded from S24 ultra but makes me miss the brighter screen. Combine all the great bullet points of the S24 ultra meeting newer features of the latest innovations.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 21, 2026
Hey there MikeDub512, thank you for sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We are happy to hear that you are pleased with the addition of the new Privacy Display. We have provided a link to an article to help you with the redesigned S Pen features and help you integrate them in to your usage. We have also provided a link to the complete manual to help you customize the device to best align to your preferences. We have lastly, provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you any time you have questions about your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
Use the S Pen with Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
The phone is comfortable in my hand
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Shopper
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The phone is comfortable in my hand and the screen is very nice.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 21, 2026
Hey Shopper, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are happy to hear that you are finding this device to feel comfortable in your hand for prolonged periods of time. We have provided links to resources to help you fully discover the capabilities of your device, align the settings to your preferences, and answer any questions you may have along the way. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US