Redmi Note 13 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi Note 13 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $146 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 36/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 469,734); the Redmi Note 13 4G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 214g).
Redmi Note 13 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 188g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $146 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 469734
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1396
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 469734 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $146 | $1299 |
Redmi Note 13 4G
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Redmi Note 13 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi Note 13 4G by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1153. Redmi Note 13 4G is cheaper by $1153.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (86/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G by 39 points (75/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 13 4G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 13 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.