Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $401 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 74/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 206g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Redmi K90 scores 2 points higher (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (89/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 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 | 50 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $398. Redmi K90 was $398 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (77/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (89/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.