Redmi Note 14 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 49/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 662,974).
Redmi Note 14
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 5110 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $999
- Overall rating 49/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 662974
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2321
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 21 points higher (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 662974 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 84 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $999 |
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 14 by 79.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $800. Redmi Note 14 was $800 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 by 21 points (70/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 14 has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.