Realme 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme 11 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $230 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 47/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 513,809); the Realme 11 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Realme 11
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $1299
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1884
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 11 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 37 points higher (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Realme 11 — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 11 (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 11 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Realme 11 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.1 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $1299 |
Realme 11
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme 11
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 11
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Realme 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme 11 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1069. Realme 11 was $1069 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 11 (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (86/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 11 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Realme 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 11 by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme 11 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 11 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme 11 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.