Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 11T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 11T Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1299 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,140,220); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 108).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 11T Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1140220
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Lighter: 204g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 11T Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Xiaomi 11T Pro — 44/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T Pro (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T Pro (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11T Pro are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 11T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1140220 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 108 | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 164.1×76.9×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11T Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 11T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 11T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 11T Pro by 203.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Xiaomi 11T Pro was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T Pro (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T Pro (86/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11T Pro are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T Pro by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 11T Pro — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 11T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 11T Pro is a better fit for active users.