Redmi Note 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 467,392).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13
Performance 33
Display 85
Camera 23
Battery 66
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 190g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1396

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 leads (66/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 52/100, 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+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (40/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.

Redmi Note 13: The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13 Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 467392 3161830
Geekbench Single 466 2900
Geekbench Multi 1396 9200
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W
DXOMark (camera) 75
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 16 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 188 g 190 g
Launch price $200 $999
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 16MP
23
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 13 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
45/100
467392 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +85.2%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 13 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 13
$200
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Launch price difference: $799. Redmi Note 13 was $799 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (91/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (40/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.