Redmi Note 17 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $165 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 4G has the bigger battery (7700 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 505,682); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $799
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1558
- Lighter: 162g vs 224g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 4G leads (63/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 17 4G (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (89/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 505682 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 484 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1558 | 9100 | |
| Display | 7.0" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $165 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $634. Redmi Note 17 4G was $634 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (91/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (89/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Note 17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.