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).
Redmi 13C
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 13C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 13C by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $669. Redmi 13C is cheaper by $669.
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).
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.