Redmi Note 14 Pro+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $288 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 59/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 917,150); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi Note 14 Pro+ better?
- Bigger battery: 5110 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $288 vs $999
- Better camera (44/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 917150
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1168
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3234
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 11 points higher (70/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ leads (67/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 Pro+ — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 14 Pro+ (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ (72/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 Pro+ | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 917150 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1168 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3234 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.7×8.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $288 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 14 Pro+ and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 14 Pro+ by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $711. Redmi Note 14 Pro+ was $711 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ (72/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.