Redmi K90 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $420 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 227g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, 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 K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (89/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 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 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 14.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Redmi K90 Ultra was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (89/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Ultra 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.