Redmi Note 14 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,939,244 vs 668,462); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 103); the Redmi Note 14 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
- Bigger battery: 5110 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1299
- Better portability (65/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3939244 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2321
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (97/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3939244 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi Note 14 by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. Redmi Note 14 was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (97/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (86/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 14 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.