Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $100 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 32/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $999
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 38 points higher (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 17C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi 17C by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $899. Redmi 17C was $899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (72/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 38 points (70/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.