Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $1230 and $191. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 2,363,726); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 138); the Xiaomi 14 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 14
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4610 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 193g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $191 vs $1230
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 14, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 138 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $1230 | $191 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- 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 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 14 by 48.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1039. Xiaomi 14 is cheaper by $1039.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (86/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 14 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.