Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $120 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 25/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 348,562); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 45); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 49 points higher (74/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, 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 12C (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 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 | 10W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 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 / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 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 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 12C by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi 12C was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (77/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 49 points (74/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.