Redmi K70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi K70 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $465 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 72/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,486,114).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi K70 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Lighter: 209g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $465 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2486114
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6511
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 12 points higher (84/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486114 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $465 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
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 K70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi K70 Pro by 28.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $834. Redmi K70 Pro was $834 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (86/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K70 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K70 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.