Redmi 13C 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26

The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 25/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13C 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 408,000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 29 points (54/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1890
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (54/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C 4G leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C 4G Samsung Galaxy S26
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 408000 2856499
Geekbench Single 760 2880
Geekbench Multi 1890 9100
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1650 2340x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 10W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 14 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 162 g
Price $130 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
25/100
408000 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26 Samsung Exynos 2600
54/100 +85.7%
2856499 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 13C 4G by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C 4G
$130
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799

Price difference: $669. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $669.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (97/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 29 points (54/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.