Redmi Note 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 59/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6580 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 876,387); the Redmi Note 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6580 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1299
- Better portability (65/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 876387
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2939
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 25 points higher (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 Pro — 56/100, 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 15 Pro (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi Note 15 Pro are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 876387 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6580 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 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 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi Note 15 Pro by 74.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $999. Redmi Note 15 Pro was $999 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (96/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (86/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi Note 15 Pro are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro by 25 points (84/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro 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.