Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy S26

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 29/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 25W

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 25 points higher (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Samsung Galaxy S26
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2460 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 33W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
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 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 205 g 162 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (41/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (97/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).

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

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.