Redmi 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $180 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 476,175); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1396
- Lighter: 162g vs 214g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 15 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (89/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 15 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $619. Redmi 15 was $619 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (89/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.