Redmi A3 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 21/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 195,539); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 45); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 214g).
Redmi A3
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 214g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 781
- Faster charging: 60W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 63 points higher (84/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 11/100). 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 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 157 | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 A3 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi A3 by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi A3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (96/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (88/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 63 points (84/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 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 A3 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.