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Samsung Galaxy S26 512GB Unlocked 5G Smartphone in Black

5GMPN SM-S942UZKFXAA
  • 512 GB
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Overview

The Samsung Galaxy S26 512GB (SM-S942UZKFXAA) is the unlocked US model of Samsung's compact Galaxy S flagship, finished in Black. It pairs a 6.3-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with an octa-core Exynos 2600 processor, 12GB of memory and 512GB of storage. It also has a 50MP triple rear camera with 3x optical zoom, a 4300mAh battery, Wi-Fi 802.11be, dual SIM with eSIM, and Samsung security updates until 28 February 2033.

  • Octa-core Exynos 2600 processor (up to 4.74GHz) with 12GB memory and 512GB storage
  • 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X FHD+ display, up to 120Hz, 2600 nits peak brightness
  • 50MP wide + 10MP 3x telephoto + 12MP ultra wide rear cameras; 12MP front camera; 8K video at 30fps
  • Unlocked US model with 5G sub-6GHz, dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM or dual eSIM)
  • Wi-Fi 802.11be (2.4/5/6GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
  • 4300mAh battery with fast wired charging up to 69% in around 30 minutes
  • IP68, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Armor Aluminum frame; security updates until 28 February 2033
  • Compact 167g, 7.2mm-thin design that still carries a full flagship processor and triple camera

The Samsung Galaxy S26 512GB in Black (model code SM-S942UZKFXAA) is the unlocked US version of the smallest Galaxy S26. It suits professionals and prosumers who want flagship performance in a 167g, 7.2mm-thin phone. It runs Android with One UI 8.5 on the octa-core Exynos 2600, clocked at up to 4.74GHz. Samsung cites a 38% boost to the NPU for Galaxy AI. A redesigned vapor chamber provides up to 29% better heat dissipation, which helps the processor sustain performance under load.

The 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display runs at 2340 x 1080 (FHD+) with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and peak brightness of 2600 nits. The rear camera system combines a 50MP wide lens, a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom and a 12MP ultra wide, with up to 30x digital zoom and 8K video recording at 30fps. With 12GB of memory and 512GB of storage (480.2GB available), there is room for large apps, offline files and high-resolution video.

For connectivity, the S26 has software-enabled 5G sub-6GHz bands including n41, n71, n77 and n78, along with broad LTE coverage. It also offers Wi-Fi 802.11be across 2.4, 5 and 6GHz, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC and USB-C 3.2 Gen 1. It takes one nano-SIM plus eSIM, or two eSIMs, so users can carry a work line and a personal line on one device. Samsung DeX support lets the phone drive a desktop-style workspace.

The Armor Aluminum frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back sit behind an IP68 rating. Knox Vault stores data processed by Galaxy AI in encrypted form on the device, and users decide whether AI features run on the device or in the cloud. Fast wired charging reaches up to 69% in around 30 minutes. The box includes the phone, a data cable and an ejection pin. A charger is not included.

Ideal for

  • Executive and sales-team handset where a compact, light flagship is preferred
  • Field staff capturing high-resolution site photos and 8K video
  • Dual-line users carrying work and personal numbers via eSIM
  • Hot-desking with Samsung DeX on an external display
  • Long-lifecycle fleet deployments backed by security updates until 2033

Specifications

Camera

Slow Motion
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Rear Camera Ois
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Rear Camera Flash
Yes
Rear Camera F Number
F1.8, F2.4, F2.2
Front Camera F Number
F2.2
Rear Camera Auto Focus
Yes
Rear Camera Resolution
50.0 MP + 10.0 MP + 12.0 MP
Front Camera Auto Focus
Yes
Front Camera Resolution
12.0 MP
Video Recording Resolution
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps

Battery

Removable
No
Fast Charging
Fast wired charging, up to 69% in around 30 minutes
Battery Capacity
4300 mAh (typical)
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Video Playback Time
Up to 31 hours

Display

Size Main
159.3mm (6.3" full rectangle) / 155.9mm (6.1" rounded corners)
Peak Brightness
2600 nits peak
Resolution Main
2340 x 1080 (FHD+)
Technology Main
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Color Depth Main
16M
Max Refresh Rate Main
120 Hz

General

OS
Android (One UI 8.5)
MPN
SM-S942UZKFXAA
UPC
198957299360
Brand
Samsung
Color
Black
Model
Galaxy S26
Market
US model (XAA)
Form Factor
Touch Bar
Carrier Type
Unlocked

Package

IN The Box
Smartphone, data cable, ejection pin (charger not included)
Shipping Weight
0.37 lb

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Light, Proximity

Physical

Frame
Armor Aluminum frame
Glass
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, front and back
Weight
167 g
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm (HxWxD)
Water Dust Rating
IP68

Processor

Chipset
Exynos 2600
CPU Type
Octa-Core
CPU Speed
4.74GHz, 3.6GHz

Audio Video

Stereo Support
Yes
Audio Playing Format
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE
Video Playing Format
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
Video Playing Resolution
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps

Connectivity

Mhl
No
NFC
Yes
Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Earjack
USB Type-C
PC Sync
Smart Switch (PC version)
USB Version
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wi-Fi Direct
Yes
USB Interface
USB Type-C
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth v5.4
Location Technology
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo

Network Bearer

2g Gsm
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3g Umts
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
SIM Size
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
4G Fdd LTE
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B66, B71
4G Tdd LTE
B38, B39, B40, B41, B48
5G Fdd Sub6
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n66, n71
5G Tdd Sub6
n38, n41, n77, n78
Number OF SIM
Dual-SIM
SIM Slot Type
SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM

Storage Memory

Memory
12 GB
Storage
512 GB
Available Storage
480.2 GB

Software Support

Security Update Period
Valid until 28 February 2033

Services Applications

Mobile TV
No
Gear Support
Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Watch models
Samsung Dex Support
Yes
Smartthings Support
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
ASHA

Questions buyers ask

Is the Galaxy S26 SM-S942UZKFXAA unlocked?

Yes. SM-S942UZKFXAA is the unlocked US model of the Galaxy S26 512GB in Black, so you can choose your service provider and plan.

Does the Galaxy S26 come with a charger?

No. The box contains the smartphone, a data cable and an ejection pin. Fast wired charging reaches up to 69% in around 30 minutes with a compatible charger.

Which 5G bands does the Galaxy S26 support?

It supports 5G sub-6GHz FDD bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n66 and n71, plus TDD bands n38, n41, n77 and n78.

How long will the Galaxy S26 receive security updates?

Samsung lists a security update period valid until 28 February 2033.

Can it hold two phone lines?

Yes. It is dual-SIM, using one nano-SIM plus an eSIM, or two eSIMs.