Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Review: Premium Features Without the Ultra Price?

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE is designed for people who want many of Samsung’s premium Galaxy features without stepping all the way up to an Ultra handset.

And on paper, there is plenty here to like.

Large 120Hz AMOLED Display

The Galaxy S26 FE features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

That makes it well suited to streaming, social media, gaming and everyday browsing.

Samsung rates the display at up to 1,900 nits, helping with visibility when you’re using the device outdoors.

50MP Main Camera

Around the back is a three-camera setup consisting of:

• 50MP main camera
• 12MP ultra-wide camera
• 8MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom

There’s also a 12MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

That combination gives buyers considerably more photography flexibility than a basic mid-range phone.

Performance and Galaxy AI

Samsung uses its Exynos 2500 processor in the S26 FE.

The phone also arrives with One UI 9 and Samsung’s latest Galaxy AI features, bringing AI-powered tools into photography, editing and general smartphone use.

Battery

A 4,900mAh battery powers the Galaxy S26 FE.

While real-world battery life will always depend on screen brightness, apps, connectivity and usage patterns, the capacity should make the phone suitable for typical day-to-day use.

Australian Price

Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 FE in Australia starting from A$1,149 for the 128GB model.

The 256GB version launched at A$1,299, while Samsung also listed a higher-capacity 512GB configuration.

NexTech Take

The Galaxy S26 FE sits in an interesting position.

You still get a large AMOLED display, telephoto camera, Galaxy AI and modern Samsung software without paying Galaxy S26 Ultra money.

For shoppers who want a premium Samsung experience while keeping their budget under tighter control, it deserves serious consideration.