Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes out ahead overall, scoring 75% to 25% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (4900 mAh vs 3149 mAh).
Apple iPhone Air scored 25%, Samsung Galaxy S26+ scored 75%.
Apple iPhone Air is priced around $899, Samsung Galaxy S26+ around $1099.
How Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S26+ Rank
Apple iPhone Air
Apple A19 Pro ranks in the top 9% of 37 chipsets we track.
Titanium build ranks in the top 20% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@24/25/30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 43% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@24/25/30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 13% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 ranks in the top 14% of 37 chipsets we track.
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED display ranks in the top 7% of 16 display types we track.
Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.
8K@24/30fps main camera video ranks in the top 63% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Display
| Spec |
 Apple iPhone Air
|
 Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.5 in | 6.7 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 2600 nits |
| Display type | LTPO Super Retina | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2736 | 1440 x 3120 |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Camera
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 18 MP | 12 MP |
| Main aperture | 1.6 f | 1.8 f |
| Front aperture | 1.9 f | 2.2 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps | 8K@24/30fps |
| Front video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps |
| Camera features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Battery
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 3149 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Wired charging | 15 W | 45 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Performance
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Storage options | 256GB, 512GB, 12GB | 256GB, 512GB |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | No |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6 | 6 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 7 | 7 |
| SIM type | eSIM | Nano-SIM/eSIM |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Build & Design
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 165 g | 190 g |
| Thickness | 5.6 mm | 7.3 mm |
| Build material | Titanium | Glass/Aluminum |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Available colors | Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue | Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: OS & Software
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 26 | One UI 8.5 |
| OS version | — | 16 |
| Update policy | Not Specified | 7 Updates |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Audio
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Stereo speakers | No | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Apple iPhone Air
|
Samsung Galaxy S26+
|
|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | Yes | Yes |
Where each phone wins
Apple iPhone Air
- Front camera resolution: 18 MP (vs 12 MP)
- Main aperture: 1.6 f (vs 1.8 f)
- Front aperture: 1.9 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Weight: 165 g (vs 190 g)
- Thickness: 5.6 mm (vs 7.3 mm)
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Battery capacity: 4900 mAh (vs 3149 mAh)
- Wired charging: 45 W (vs 15 W)
- Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
- Display size: 6.7 in (vs 6.5 in)
- Brightness: 2600 nits (vs 1000 nits)
- Stereo speakers: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Apple iPhone Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better battery capacity at 4900 mAh, versus 3149 mAh on the Apple iPhone Air.
Which has the better main camera resolution, the Apple iPhone Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Apple iPhone Air.
Which has the better display size, the Apple iPhone Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better display size at 6.7 in, versus 6.5 in on the Apple iPhone Air.
Which has the better weight, the Apple iPhone Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone Air has the better weight at 165 g, versus 190 g on the Samsung Galaxy S26+.