Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 11i
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 34/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 11i
- Lighter: 162g vs 207g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (54/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (97/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 20 points (54/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Xiaomi 11i leads on camera score (41/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.