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 — 74/100 vs 54/100 (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 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 750,481); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 11i
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2318
- Lighter: 162g vs 207g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (89/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2318 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi 11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Xiaomi 11i by 276.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (89/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (77/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (89/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.