Redmi 15C 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 15C 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 15C 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (53/100 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
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C 4G | 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 | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 15C 4G by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi 15C 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (89/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 15C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.