Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, 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 17/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 180,934); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4A doesn't; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $999
- Better portability (78/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 53 points higher (70/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, 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 4A (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 9200 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 131 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 4A and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi 4A by 94.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $899. Redmi 4A was $899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (54/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 53 points (70/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4A over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.