Redmi 13R vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Redmi 13R (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 43/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13R has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13R doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13R
Performance 41
Display 43
Camera
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Redmi 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh

  • Overall rating 43/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1884
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 27 points higher (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

Redmi 13R: The Redmi 13R 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 13R Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 513809 3161830
Geekbench Single 689 2900
Geekbench Multi 1884 9200
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 3120x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.1×77.9×8.2 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 195 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Redmi 13R
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13R
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13R
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi 13R MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
43/100
513809 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +83.7%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi 13R by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13R
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (91/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (89/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).

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

The Redmi 13R has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).

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

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