Redmi Note 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $185 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 600,942).
Redmi Note 17
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $185 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 600942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2210
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 225g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 18/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 600942 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2210 | 10686 | |
| Display | 7.0" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $185 | $1299 |
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 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
We compared Redmi Note 17 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi Note 17 by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1114. Redmi Note 17 is cheaper by $1114.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 17 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.