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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 49/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 660,807); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 84); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
- Bigger battery: 5110 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 660807
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2321
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 25 points higher (74/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 leads (48/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 14 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (89/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 660807 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 84 | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi Note 14 by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Redmi Note 14 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (89/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 14 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (89/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 by 25 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.