Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 29/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000).
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 205g
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 3 points higher (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13R | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.