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).
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 15/100)
- 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)
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.
| 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 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
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.
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.