Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 70/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 3,030,376); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 3030376
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 29/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 15 points higher (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (82/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 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 | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 4.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (82/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.