Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $350 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 50/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 754,064); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $350
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 23 points higher (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 281.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (89/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (86/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 23 points (73/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.