What the Leak Reveals About Galaxy S26 Pricing
According to tipster , the Galaxy S26 Ultra could be priced EUR 100 lower than the Galaxy S25 Ultra for the 256GB and 512GB variants.
For reference, the Galaxy S25 Ultra currently starts at EUR 1,469 in Europe. If the leak holds, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch at around EUR 1,369, which roughly converts to ₹1.47-₹1.51 lakh.
The top-end 1TB variant is expected to retain the same price as its predecessor at EUR 1,849, translating to roughly ₹2.0 lakh on direct conversion.
The leak also suggests that the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ may not see a price increase. The Galaxy S25 and S25+ currently retail in Europe at EUR 919 and EUR 1,159, respectively, roughly converting to ₹99,000-₹1.02 lakh and ₹1.25-₹1.28 lakh.
How This Compares With Galaxy S25 Prices in India
When the Galaxy S25 series launched in India in January 2025, the base Galaxy S25 was priced at ₹80,999, while the Galaxy S25+ started at ₹99,999.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra launched at:
- 12GB + 256GB: ₹1,29,999
- 12GB + 512GB: ₹1,41,999
- 12GB + 1TB: ₹1,65,999
This difference between European and Indian pricing shows why direct currency conversions don’t reflect real launch prices.
How Much Could the Galaxy S26 Series Cost in India?
If Samsung follows a similar pricing strategy to last year, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to remain in a broadly similar price bracket in India, despite the reported drop in its European price.
Based on the leaked figures and the Galaxy S25 series’ India launch prices, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could realistically fall somewhere in the ₹1.3-₹1.6 lakh range for the base variant, depending on Samsung’s positioning and market conditions.
The standard Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ could also stay close to last year’s levels, potentially landing around ₹80,000-₹1,05,000 for the base models.
It’s worth noting that these figures are only indicative. Exchange rates, import duties, and Samsung’s broader strategy in the premium segment will ultimately decide how the Galaxy S26 series is priced in India.
Expected Launch Timeline
Previous reports suggest the Galaxy S26 series could be unveiled globally on February 25, with sales expected to begin on March 11.