Redmi A7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi A7 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $130 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 66/100 vs 34/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 Pro doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Redmi A7 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $799
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 31/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Redmi A7 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (66/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro leads (51/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi A7 Pro — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (89/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Redmi A7 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1640x720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP52 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $799 |
Redmi A7 Pro
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $669. Redmi A7 Pro was $669 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (90/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (89/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A7 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro by 32 points (66/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi A7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A7 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A7 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (90/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A7 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi A7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.