Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 29/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 205g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 46 points higher (75/100 vs 29/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (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 13R (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13R | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 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
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (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 13R (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13R 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 13R over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.