Redmi 10C vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $150 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 34/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 10C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 40 points higher (74/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 10C — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 10C (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10C | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 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 | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 10C by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Redmi 10C was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 40 points (74/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.