Redmi 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $179 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 37/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 362,744); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.9mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 33 points (70/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Performance 29
Display 54
Camera 33
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 42
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Redmi 10 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Lighter: 181g vs 190g
  • Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $999

  • Overall rating 37/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1375
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 33 points higher (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).

Redmi 10: The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10 Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 362744 3161830
Geekbench Single 430 2900
Geekbench Multi 1375 9200
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2400x1080 3120x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 181 g 190 g
Launch price $179 $999
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10 MediaTek Helio G88
37/100
362744 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +88.5%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi 10 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 10
$179
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Launch price difference: $820. Redmi 10 was $820 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (89/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 33 points (70/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.