Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $350 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 2,876,004); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $999
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2876004
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 8430
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2876004 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $999 |
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 9.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $649. Redmi K80 Ultra was $649 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (86/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi K80 Ultra 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.