Redmi 17C vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $100 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 358,383); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $100 | $1299 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Redmi 17C and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi 17C by 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1199. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $1199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.