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; estimated prices are $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 66/100 vs 36/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 346,495); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 30 points (66/100 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 90
Display 81
Camera 40
Battery 31
Portability 89
Value for money 44
What makes Redmi 13C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (52/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1364
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 162g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better portability (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 30 points higher (66/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 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 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (81/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

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 2856499
Geekbench Single 420 2880
Geekbench Multi 1364 9100
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2340x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 25W
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 128GB / 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 162 g
Price $130 $799
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
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
31
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
66/100 +87.9%
2856499 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 13C by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.

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

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

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (90/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (81/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (89/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 30 points (66/100 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 — 66/100.

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 (90/100 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.