Redmi 10C vs Samsung Galaxy S23

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $150 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 34/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 421,228); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 190g).

The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 32 points (66/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Performance 31
Display 32
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 62
Value for money 44
Samsung Galaxy S23
Performance 75
Display 82
Camera 67
Battery 29
Portability 83
Value for money 44
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 421228
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 412
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 1410
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 168g vs 190g

  • Higher performance (75/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 32 points higher (66/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 10C — 44/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100; 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 S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (83/100 vs 62/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S23: The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10C Samsung Galaxy S23
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 421228 1660456
Geekbench Single 412 2004
Geekbench Multi 1410 5311
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.1" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2340x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 3900 mAh
Charging 18W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 13 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1750 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm
Weight 190 g 168 g
Launch price $150 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
67
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Samsung Galaxy S23
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23
  • 3900 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
29
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10C and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10C Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
34/100
421228 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
66/100 +74.6%
1660456 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Redmi 10C by 74.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 10C
$150
Samsung Galaxy S23
$799

Launch price difference: $649. Redmi 10C was $649 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (75/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (82/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (67/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (83/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 32 points (66/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Samsung Galaxy S23?

The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.