Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 14 has the bigger battery (4610 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,363,726); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 138); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 14
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 7000
- Lighter: 162g vs 193g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Bigger battery: 4610 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | 138 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Xiaomi 14 by 19.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 14 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (65/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (89/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.