Redmi A3X vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $80 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 21/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 193,858); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A3X doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3X
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi A3X better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $999
- Overall rating 21/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 781
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A3X vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 49 points higher (70/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 11/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Redmi A3X — 38/100, 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 A3X (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A3X | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A3X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi A3X
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A3X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A3X and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi A3X by 93.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $919. Redmi A3X was $919 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (91/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X by 49 points (70/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3X and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi A3X has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3X over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.