Redmi 10C vs Samsung Galaxy A26

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $150 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 19/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,719 vs 421,228).

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Redmi 10C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A26
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 97
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 200g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $182

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 421228
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 412
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 1410
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 13 points higher (32/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Redmi 10C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A26: The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10C Samsung Galaxy A26
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Exynos 1380
AnTuTu 421228 749719
Geekbench Single 412 1008
Geekbench Multi 1410 2758
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm
Weight 190 g 200 g
Price $150 $182
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10C and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10C Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
19/100
421228 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A26 Exynos 1380
32/100 +43.8%
749719 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Redmi 10C by 43.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10C
$150
Samsung Galaxy A26
$182

Price difference: $32. Redmi 10C is cheaper by $32.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Redmi 10C are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Redmi 10C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Redmi 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.