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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 21/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 193,858); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A3X doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3X
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi A3X better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 781
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A3X vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 53 points higher (74/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi A3X — 38/100, 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 A3X (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A3X | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A3X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $719. Redmi A3X was $719 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (89/100 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 53 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.