Redmi 10C vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 34/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 424,216); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi 10C better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $1299
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 50 points higher (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10C — 42/100, 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 10C (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10C | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 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 | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
- 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 10C and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi 10C by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1149. Redmi 10C was $1149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (88/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10C 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.