Redmi 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 37/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,939,244 vs 365,001); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi 10 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1299
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3939244 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 47 points higher (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3939244 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi 10 by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1120. Redmi 10 was $1120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (88/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (86/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 47 points (84/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.