Galaxy S26 Gets a High Repairability Score in Teardown

Samsung continues to improve the repairability of its flagship phones, and the Galaxy S26 is no exception. A new teardown reveals that the device earns a strong repairability score. 

Galaxy S26 earned a 9 out of 10 in repairability

According to a teardown by PBKreviews (via Android Headlines), the Galaxy S26 scores an impressive 9 out of 10 for repairability. This puts it among the easier flagship phones to fix. One of the biggest reasons behind the high score comes down to Samsung’s modular internal layout. Additionally, components like the charging port, speakers, and cameras remain relatively easy to access and replace. This is because they are secured with screws instead of heavy glue.

In addition, the teardown shows that the battery is easier to remove, thanks to pull tabs and better organization for internal components. Also, many parts can now be replaced individually without affecting others. For example, you can now replace the camera lens individually without replacing the entire back panel, like on the previous models. This makes repairs simpler and potentially cheaper compared to older Galaxy models.

Still not perfect: screen repairs remain difficult

That said, the phone isn’t perfect when it comes to repairs. The teardown notes that display replacement remains one of the hardest tasks. This is because it still requires heat and careful handling to remove the screen. You have two possibilities to change the display. You can either buy a new display with a new metal frame attached or transfer the components from the old body into the new one. In my opinion, the latter option is easier.

Or you can heat the screen from the front and start prying between the display and the phone’s frame. However, this option is much harder to do, since you need to carefully pry the screen off the phone’s frame and apply a new adhesive. Then you must mount the display back. If you don’t apply the screen properly, you will need to remove the screen again. This might damage a good display if not done properly.

Samsung has historically faced criticism for making its devices difficult to repair, often relying heavily on glue and complex assembly. However, recent Galaxy models show a clear shift since the Galaxy S23 series. With the Galaxy S26, the company continues to move in the right direction by balancing premium design with easier repairs.