Redmi 14C vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $120 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 31/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 358,608); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 63); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 204g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 43 points higher (74/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C leads (46/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 14C by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi 14C was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (77/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 43 points (74/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.