Redmi 13C 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $130 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-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 408,000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.
Redmi 13C 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Cheaper: $130 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1890
- Faster charging: 60W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- 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 50/100)
Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). 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 13C 4G leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi 13C 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Price | $130 | $1299 |
Redmi 13C 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 13C 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 13C 4G
- 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
We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi 13C 4G by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1169. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $1169.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 4G 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 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 13C 4G 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.