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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 41/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13 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 (3,161,126 vs 476,175); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 75); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1396
- Lighter: 162g vs 188g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 34 points higher (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 leads (46/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (89/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3161126 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $200 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 13 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi Note 13 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 13 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (77/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (89/100 vs 67/100).
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 34 points (75/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 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 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.