Redmi 15C vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 15C (2025) 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 — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1416
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Higher performance (91/100 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 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C leads (53/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, 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 15C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 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 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 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 | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- 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
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 15C by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi 15C was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 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 (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 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 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.