Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 70/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 3,001,049); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 3001049
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2798
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Higher value score: 78/100 vs 52/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 13 points higher (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $771 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 5.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $228. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $228 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (72/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.