Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance 84
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 51
Design 32
Value for money 20
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 49
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP

  • Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 214g

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge: The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 3515964
Geekbench Single 3601
Geekbench Multi 10686
Display 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 60W 120W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157
Main camera 200 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 214 g 204 g
Price $1299
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1299
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge (84/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge (86/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 41/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a better fit for everyday use.