Redmi K100 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 84/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,531,378 vs 3,463,142).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3531378 vs 3463142
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10686
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 7 points higher (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (95/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3531378 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by 2.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (95/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 91/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.