Redmi 11A vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Comparing the Redmi 11A (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 16/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.
Redmi 11A
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Overall rating 16/100
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi 11A vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 16 points higher (32/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). 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 11A (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 11A are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 11A | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Redmi 11A
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 11A
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 11A
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 11A
Price unknownperformance
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 11A (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 11A are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Redmi 11A — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi 11A has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 11A over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.