Redmi Note 13 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi Note 13 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $146 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 36/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 469,734); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 188g).
Redmi Note 13 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $146 vs $799
- Better camera (41/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 469734
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1396
- Lighter: 162g vs 188g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 18 points higher (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 469734 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $146 | $799 |
Redmi Note 13 4G
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 13 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi Note 13 4G by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $653. Redmi Note 13 4G is cheaper by $653.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (97/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 13 4G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Note 13 4G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Note 13 4G leads on camera score (41/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Note 13 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.