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 (3,161,126 vs 3,030,376); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3030376
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- 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)
Comparison verdict
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). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 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 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
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.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
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).
Frequently asked questions
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.