Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $120 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 13/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 346,495); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 45); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $120 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1364
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 62 points higher (75/100 vs 13/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 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 / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $120 | $1299 |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi 12C by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1179. Redmi 12C is cheaper by $1179.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (60/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 62 points (75/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.