Redmi 15C vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 — 66/100 vs 36/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,844,828 vs 346,495); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 200g).
Redmi 15C
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 31/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2844828 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1364
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 200g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 30 points higher (66/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C leads (49/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (49/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (89/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 2844828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 15C and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 15C by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi 15C was $679 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (49/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (89/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 30 points (66/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.