Redmi Note 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $185 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 50/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 593,849); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $999
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2328
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 20 points higher (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (64/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 — 64/100, 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 17 (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (72/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 593849 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2328 | 9200 | |
| Display | 7.0" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 17 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $814. Redmi Note 17 was $814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (91/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (72/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 20 points (70/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 17 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.