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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 17/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 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 162g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 162g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $799
- Overall rating 17/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 57 points higher (74/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (31/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 9100 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 93.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi 4A was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (89/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (31/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 57 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.