Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $511 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 74/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $511 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 215g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 7 points higher (81/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (89/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 8.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $288. Redmi K80 Pro was $288 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (87/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (89/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.