Redmi K100 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 74/100 vs 70/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3126402
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Redmi K100 scores 4 points higher (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1156x2510 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi K100 by 1.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K100 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.