Key Takeaways
1. The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a modular design, earning a repairability rating of 9 out of 10.
2. Key repair features include easy battery replacement and accessible parts, though some repairs are time-consuming.
3. The Galaxy S26’s repairability score matches that of the high-end Galaxy S26 Ultra.
4. There is a positive trend in smartphone serviceability, with recent iPhones also improving in this area.
5. Future models, like the Galaxy S27, are anticipated to aim for a perfect repairability score of 10/10.
A new teardown video from the YouTube channel PBKreviews has shown a detailed view of the internal parts of the standard Samsung Galaxy S26. The disassembly looks at how simple it is to repair the base S26 model.
Modular Design
When you open it up, the Galaxy S26 reveals a quite “modular” internal structure, which is why PBKreviews gave the Galaxy S26 a repairability rating of 9 out of 10. This rating is the same as the one given for the high-end Galaxy S26 Ultra by the same channel.
The S26 received top marks for how available the parts are, how easy it is to replace the battery, and how simple it is to change out other components like the USB-C charging port. However, it didn’t score as high in the “internal design” section because some repairs take longer than others.
Industry Trends
This impressive score continues a trend of better serviceability in the smartphone market. The latest series of iPhones has also made strides in this aspect, especially with easier battery removal methods to meet new regulations.
Last year, the Galaxy S25 was rated 9/10 for repairability by PBKreviews, while the iPhone 16 received a score of 7.5/10 due to Apple’s design choices, making the charging port replacement trickier – according to the folks over at PBK, of course.
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