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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 37/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 365,001); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 181g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 10 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 181g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 38 points higher (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 10 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Redmi 10 was $620 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (89/100 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 38 points (75/100 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 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.