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Just Announced: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Series, powered by Snapdragon

Feb 25, 2026
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Just unveiled at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026, the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series is set to push smartphone innovation to the next level.

The flagship Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered globally by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, our fastest processor yet.

Snapdragon Insiders Ian (@IansTechYT on Instagram and X) and Hector (@GadgetBeard on Instagram and X) were there for the announcement to share their excitement with the community.

Read on to see how Snapdragon is helping power the most advanced Samsung Galaxy lineup yet.

 

 

Power, performance, and battery life that lasts

 

The Galaxy S26 Series puts next‑generation technology at your fingertips. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor, which we developed specifically to help optimize the Galaxy series, it delivers:

  • Record-breaking speeds and unmatched efficiency thanks to the 3rd gen Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU—the fastest mobile CPU in the world
  • Upgraded Qualcomm Hexagon NPU for on-device personalization
  • Advanced AI features and improved power efficiency
  • ...and more, all in one sleek package

 

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Bringing premium experiences in camera, AI, gaming and connectivity

 

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Series taps into Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy to unlock smarter tools for work and play. Standout features include:

  • Nightography video: Whether it’s a night on the town or dinner by candlelight, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Nightography adjusts automatically to help you capture every moment in stunning detail.
  • Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy features Advanced Professional Video (APV), a new codec that supports high bitrates and near-lossless quality for full creative control over your vision.
  • Photo Assist: Remove imperfections, restore details, reframe, or style your shot in seconds with Photo Assist – all thanks to Snapdragon’s advanced on-device AI capabilities.
  • Smooth gameplay: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy features Qualcomm® Adreno™ High Performance Memory (HPM), which takes mobile graphics to the next level. With the Galaxy S26 Ultra, enjoy quicker scene rendering and ultra-smooth gameplay for when performance matters most.
  • Integrated Ultra Wideband (UWB): Imagine breezing through payment for mass transit with a seamless, touchless and secure experience, and effortlessly locating nearby earbuds, smart tags, or other mobile devices thanks to integrated UWB technology.

 

With speed, smarts, and style, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy brings more power to you. 

Stay tuned! More Snapdragon Insider news is coming your way. In the meantime, dive into past stories to discover in‑depth product insights, community coverage, and so much more. 

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