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. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,827,538).

Both devices scored the same rating of 74/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K100

Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability —
Value for money —

Samsung Galaxy S26

Performance 89
Display 81
Camera 77
Battery 31
Portability 89
Value for money 62

What makes Redmi K100 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2827538
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
  • Bigger battery: 10000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)

What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?


  • Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)

Comparison verdict

The Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100).

Redmi K100: The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K100 Samsung Galaxy S26
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3126402 2827538
Geekbench Single 3013 2880
Geekbench Multi 9287 9100
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1156x2510 2340x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 10000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) — 146
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 128GB / 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 — 162 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Redmi K100

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
77
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K100

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1156x2510
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
90
display

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K100

  • 10000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
31
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K100 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
74/100
3126402 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26 Samsung Exynos 2600
74/100 -10.6%
2827538 AnTuTu

Redmi K100 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 10.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K100

Price unknown

Samsung Galaxy S26

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (77/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K100 (91/100 vs 89/100).

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 — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).

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.