Redmi 11A vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Redmi 11A (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 16/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.
Redmi 11A
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Faster charging: 60W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 11A vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 59 points higher (75/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 11A leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 11A notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 11A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi 11A | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 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 | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Redmi 11A
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 11A
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 11A
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi 11A
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 11A notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 11A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A by 59 points (75/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 11A has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 11A over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.