Redmi R70 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $120 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi R70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 639,225); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi R70
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 210g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi R70 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 35 points higher (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 leads (51/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi R70 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 R70 (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi R70 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi R70 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi R70 by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi R70 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi R70 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi R70 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi R70 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.