Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 13 Lite
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1299 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 35/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 840,330); the Xiaomi 13 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 840330
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1039
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2885
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Lighter: 171g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $400 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 13 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 40 points higher (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads (82/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (84/100 vs 1/100). 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 13 Lite (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (82/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 13 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 840330 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1039 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 2885 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $400 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 13 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 13 Lite by 318.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $899. Xiaomi 13 Lite is cheaper by $899.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (84/100 vs 1/100).
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 13 Lite (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (51/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (86/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (82/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite by 40 points (75/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 13 Lite — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 13 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.