Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 70/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4600); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,305,466).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1305466
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4600 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 204g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (64/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 12 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 70/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (72/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 1305466 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 142.2% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (72/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
Both devices scored 70/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26+.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.