Redmi 13C vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 36/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 346,495).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 34 points (70/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Performance 29
Display 48
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 68
Value for money 52
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Redmi 13C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1364
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 34 points higher (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C leads (66/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

Redmi 13C: The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 346495 3161830
Geekbench Single 420 2900
Geekbench Multi 1364 9200
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 3120x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W
DXOMark (camera) 63
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 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 192 g 190 g
Launch price $130 $999
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
13
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
48
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi 13C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +89.0%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi 13C by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13C
$130
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Launch price difference: $869. Redmi 13C was $869 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (91/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (89/100 vs 48/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (40/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi 13C are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 34 points (70/100 vs 36/100).

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

The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 13/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).

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

The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.