Redmi Note 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $300 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 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6580 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 876,387).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6580 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Better camera (49/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 876387
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2939
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 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 56/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 Pro — 56/100, 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 15 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 876387 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6580 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro
- 6580 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 15 Pro by 72.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Note 15 Pro was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100).
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 15 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.